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Theatre Production Manager
Hybrid, Work must be performed in or near Washington, DC
Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Start Date:
July 27, 2026
Experience Level:
Managerial
Salary:
USD $55,000 - $65,000 / year
Cause Areas:
Arts & Music
Description
Constellation Theatre Company is seeking a full-time Production Manager to oversee scheduling, budgeting, contracting, and the execution of all aspects of physical production, including scenery, lights, costumes, props, paint, sound, and projections for all productions, workshops, readings, and events.
Essential Duties:
Planning
- In collaboration with Executive leadership, program, budget, and schedule the season
- Serve as communication hub for all production activities
- Create and maintain production schedules
- Shepherd the design process from hiring through opening night
- Lead the strike process from planning to execution
Budgeting
- Manage, monitor, and approve all production-related expenses
- Realize designs on time and on budget
- Perform administration of production-related financial activity
- Assist with administration of production-related payroll
Hiring
- Contract designers, performers, and technicians
- Coordinate all production, staffing, and scheduling needs
Supervising
- Lead all production and design meetings
- Oversee load-in for all departments
- Attend all design runs, technical rehearsals, previews, and opening
- Supervise Technical Director
- Oversee scene shop and theatre facilities
Other
- Actively represent Constellation and interact with constituents during special events and gatherings
- Attend Staff meetings
Candidates for this position will possess:
- A minimum of 5 years professional experience as a Production Manager
- Thorough knowledge of all areas of theatrical production
- Demonstrated ability to develop and work within approved budget
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, CAD programs, Word, Powerpoint
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather/analyze information skillfully
- Ability to work well in group problem-solving situations
- Ability to work under pressure on many projects and work with people of varying experience levels
- Strong communication, diplomatic, and leadership skills
- Willingness to be flexible, collaborative, highly motivated, organized, and responsible
Job Type: Full Time
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 annually
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, 20 days of paid time off annually, 13 federal holidays off
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
20 Days PTO
13 Federal holidays
Level of Language Proficiency
English
Location
Hybrid
Work must be performed in or near Washington, DC
Associated Location
Washington, DC, USA
