Assistant Production Manager

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to work with the Production Manager in managing operations and administration of all production department activities. Job Location: 1700 N HALSTED ST, CHICAGO, IL 60614 Salary: $62,763.00 - $63,500.00 per year. Areas of Responsibility: Assist with shepherding the design process, aiding shops in value engineering, supporting rehearsal/tech process, and running production meetings. Production manage visiting artist/presentations and serve as main production contact for rentals/events in Downstairs and Ensemble Theaters. Assist in season planning and facilitate maintenance and communication of detailed schedules and calendars. Reconcile production department expenses. Execute reimbursements for designers. Supervise, mentor, and lead hiring for Stage Management apprentices and other non-AEA support roles. Collaborate with Education Department on the production apprenticeship program. Liaise with administrative departments to ensure communication and coordination. Adhere to strict health and safety guidelines and lead the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment. Ensure that production work environments are inclusive and respectful for performers, designers, and staff. Desired Qualifications: Professional experience in project management for the performing arts. Three or more years of supervisory and leadership experience (preferred). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong accounting skills. Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements (USA, AEA, etc.). Ability to creatively collaborate with a diverse range of designers and adjust production processes to project needs. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple overlapping and ongoing projects to highest standards within time, human resource, and budgetary constraints. Balance design ideas with practical needs for quick changes and durability for a production. Knowledge of safety policies and procedures within a performing arts environment. Commitment to working with diverse groups in terms of gender expression, race, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, class, and immigrant status. Compensation: This full-time position offers a salary range of $62,763.00 - $63,500.00 per year, plus an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, vacation pay, paid sick time, personal days, the Ventra transit benefit program, employee assistance program, and 401(k) matching retirement plan. How to apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. Equal Employment Opportunity: Steppenwolf Theatre Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Steppenwolf complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr