Production Manager/Technical Director #3794F-10-21
Production Manager/Technical Director
Salary
$22.21 - $25.47 Hourly
Location
Tulsa, OK
Job Type
Full-time
Department
School of Visual and Performing Arts
Job Number
3794F-10-21
Closing
Continuous
Work Schedule
Flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
Campus
Southeast
About TCC
Tulsa Community College is committed to creating equitable and inclusive work environments to support the success of the full range of our employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of our increasingly diverse student populations. We encourage candidates to apply who have demonstrated capacity to create inclusive work environments, to work effectively on increasingly diverse teams, and to serve the increasingly diverse college community. We are committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who not only reflect the demographics of our students, but also continue to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our community.
Job Summary
Responsible for the supervision, training, and implementation of all production elements (lighting, sound, show advance, load-in, load-out, crew, staffing, etc.) of all facility productions and rehearsal spaces for the VanTrease Performing Arts Center for Education (PACE), Studio Theatre, and support areas. The Production Manager maintains a safe working environment for all events by ensuring safe working practices are followed and by facilitating the repair/maintenance of resources and equipment.
This is a Safety Sensitive position pursuant to Oklahoma Statute OKLA. STAT. tit. 63, § 427.8 (2020).
Essential Duties
1. Recruit, hire, train, and supervise full-time and part-time production crew and staff. Create and maintain production schedules ensuring staffing as needed.
2. Work with PACE Operations Manager to book walkthroughs, production meetings and events in all rehearsal and performance spaces.
3. Review and update safety procedures in accordance with current health and safety regulations and best theatrical practices. Conduct and oversee safety/use training related to equipment and the facility.
4. Maintain facility records and production budgets, including labor, equipment, and expendable expenses.
5. Oversee rigging and facility to ensure scheduled maintenance is completed.
6. Support academic programs and auxiliary services to achieve the artistic vision and excellence of the performing arts at TCC.
7. Work with audio and lighting directors to prioritize equipment purchases as needed and make recommendations for updates to facility operations.
8. Oversee a current and accurate equipment list for all technical departments providing dean a yearly update recommending repairs, replacement and removal of equipment and for facility operations.
9. Utilize creative problem solving and best practices for theatrical solutions as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Theatre Design, Lighting, Rigging, Sound, or related field.
7 or more years experience working in a professional or educational performing arts center managing crews and events.
Ability to read, interpret, and implement from designer drawings with experience in managing large scale musicals, and orchestras.
Strong working knowledge of the operations of carpentry/rigging, sound, video, lighting, projection, props and costumes.
Knowledge and understanding of federal guidelines such as ADA and OSHA as they apply to theatrical settings.
Experience with and detailed knowledge of current lighting and audio technology.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to lift 50+ pounds.