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Assistant Production Manager

Assistant Production Manager

The Studio Theatre IncWashington, DC, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

TITLE : Assistant Production Manager

STATUS : Full time / Exempt

DIVISION : Production

DEPARTMENT : Production

REPORTS TO : Director of Production

POSTITION AVAILABLE : August 18th, 2025

ONSITE REQUIREMENTS : This position will require mostly onsite work in conjunction with Studio Theatre’s remote work policy.

SCHEDULE DESCRIPTION : This position requires weekend and evening work in order to facilitate the needs of productions which varies week to week. Tech can consist of 10–12-hour days and longer than five-day work weeks.

THE POSITION

The Assistant Production Manager plays a key role in coordinating and supporting the operations of Studio Theatre’s production department. The Assistant Production Manager coordinates production meetings, prepares and distributes schedules, and ensures clear communication across departments. Serving as the Company Management lead, this position manages artist travel and housing logistics, oversees backstage run crew hiring, and tracks production budgets in collaboration with department heads. This role also supervises two fellows, the Stage Management Fellow and the Company Management Fellow—providing mentorship, feedback, and scheduling regular check-ins. The position requires excellent organizational skills, discretion, and a collaborative mindset to support each production's success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate scheduling for rehearsals, production meetings, technical rehearsals, and related events.
  • Lead production meetings during tech rehearsals and previews; track and distribute technical notes.
  • Serve as Company Management lead, overseeing artist travel, housing, and hospitality needs.
  • Supervise the Stage Management Fellow and Company Management Fellow, including regular check-ins and mentorship.
  • Hire and manage backstage run crew.
  • Track and reconcile production department spending and related budgets.
  • Prepare and distribute production and technical schedules across departments.
  • Manage artist comp ticket requests in collaboration with the Box Office.
  • Maintain Studio’s artist housing calendar and coordinate cleaning and upkeep.
  • Support the processing of contracts, riders, and letters of agreement.
  • Be on call for production-related emergencies, including submitting workers’ compensation claims.
  • Participate in internal safety efforts.
  • Participate in Studio Theatre’s on-going anti-racism work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals, especially any individuals with disabilities, to perform the functions.

  • Travel between multiple locations (Theatre, Studio Housing, Hotels, etc.). All locations are within a mile, multiple trips may happen within the same day.
  • Moderate physical needs – able to lift upward of 40lbs.
  • Climb up to 3 flights of stairs.
  • Reach (above head), lift, and carry packages and supplies.
  • Significant screen time (6-8 hours daily)

    • Features of the work environment will include :

  • Sensory – must be comfortable working around bright and occasionally flashing lights and loud sounds.
  • Housing workspace may include interaction with chemicals (laundry, cleaning supplies), pets and pests, and dust and debris.

    • SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Studio Theatre is seeking an individual with considerable talent, passion for the theatre, and ability to advance institutional aims. We expect a candidate will have :

  • Experience in theatrical production management, company management, or stage management, preferably in a professional or regional theatre setting.
  • Knowledge of backstage operations and production processes from rehearsal to performance.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with visiting artists.
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating complex schedules and leading production meetings.
  • Familiarity with budgeting, expense tracking, and reconciliation processes.
  • Experience supervising or mentoring early-career staff.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing needs and occasional evening / weekend hours, especially during technical rehearsals.
  • Discretion, professionalism, and a problem-solving mindset when handling artist services and on-call situations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suit; familiarity with Propared or other scheduling tools a plus.
  • Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and enthusiasm to work with teams with diverse identities

    • COMPENSATION :

    This position is a full-time salaried exempt position with an annualized salary between $55,000 and $60,000.

    Studio Theatre offers a generous benefit package including medical with a partial employer contribution and a funded HRA, dental, and vision insurance and FSA; long-term disability insurance; life insurance; 401K with an employer match; and commuter benefits. Studio Theatre time off policies include ten paid holidays, five floating holidays, separate sick leave, and annual vacation leave accrual starting at ten days for new hires.

    Studio Theatre’s administrative hours are Monday thru Friday 10am to 6pm. Studio Theatre’s remote work policy allows certain positions to work remotely up to two days a week plus exceptions on a case-by-case basis. Due to the nature of live entertainment, all positions may require some evening and weekend work.

    HOW TO APPLY :

    If you need assistance filling out the form, please email employment@studiotheatre.org or call 202.232.7267 x 0 for assistance.

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

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