Production Manager, Joe's Pub

Job Description

Job Description

Production Manager, Joe’s Pub

Full-time, Exempt

The Production Manager reports to the Director of Joe’s Pub and is responsible for communicating with artists and advancing all technical elements of our 600+ annual shows. In addition to overseeing all lighting, video, and technical aspects of the venue, they are responsible for scheduling and supervising lighting, video, and performance coordinator staff. The Production Manager works closely with the Head Audio Engineer to coordinate technical needs, and with the Artist Relations & Hospitality Coordinator to manage Performance Coordinator schedule and artist-facing-documents.

Responsibilities:

Production Management and Artist Communication

• Schedule sound checks and manage daily stage schedule& dressing room needs
• Communicate with artists to ensure all technical elements are properly advanced
• Collaborate with Joe’s Pub team to update and maintain artist-facing information: Artist Central Spreadsheets and Artist Central Document formula integration
• Oversee piano usage to communicate end of night procedures and tuning schedule
• Update and distribute daily One Sheet Show Rundowns
• Setup and maintain Joe’s Pub Livestreams and Video Archives
• Coordinate and distribute purchased recordings when applicable
  

Crew Leadership & Departmental Protocols

• Hire, supervise, train, and schedule a staff of 3-5 lighting designers
• Hire, supervise, train, and schedule Video Lead, as well as a staff of 2-3 freelance video operators, as requested
• Hire, supervise, train, and schedule a staff of3-5Performance Coordinators in cooperation with Artist Relations &Hospitality Coordinator
• Maintain up-to-date Lighting Manual with style guide & Joe’s Pub Look Book, as well as Video Manual & Style Guide
• Maintain a standard Joe’s Pub lighting file for the console, with specified color palettes and house focus presets
• Maintain updated drafting & venue paperwork

• Oversee and approve all incoming scenic elements, large props, and additions to the grid

Technical/Safety and Maintenance

• Ensure safe working conditions for Joe’s Pub technical staff and Performance Coordinators
• Coordinate and track weight load limits, fireproofing schedule, house light system
• Ensure core staff meets and maintains appropriate Fire Guard certifications
• Schedule & oversee quarterly grid cleaning, dimmer rack cleaning, lighting maintenance and repairs, video maintenance and repairs, cable maintenance and repairs, software & firmware updates for lighting, video, and computer equipment
• Manage technical aspects of Joe’s Pub-presented shows in the Shiva Theater
• Assist with budget tracking, payroll, and materials management related to Lighting, Video, Performance Coordination, and Maintenance

Requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge of live music and theater production strategies and processes
• Key understanding of backline terminology and live music equipment
• Comprehensive understanding of live audio, lighting, and video practices
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing and dynamic schedules
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with complex spreadsheets and formulas in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Comprehensive understanding of Joe’s Pub and Public Theater mission, strategies, and programming
• Deep commitment and dedication to prioritize and develop The Public’s Anti-Racism and Cultural Transformation Plan.
• Excellent social skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Fiscal management/budgeting skills
• Analytical thinking and creative problem solving 
• Performance management skills
• Minimum five years of professional experience in theatrical or music production, preferably in a management position

Compensation & Benefits
The salary for this position is $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience. This position is available immediately. This is a full-time, Exempt position in accordance with the Fair Labor and Standards Act.

The Public is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status