Over-hire Production Manager

The AT&T Performing Arts Center commits to serving as a place of inclusion, diversity, and equity for our staff, artists, community, and beyond.
We commit to listening to each other, learning from each other, and taking a stand for what we know is right so that all people feel valued, respected, and safe.
The Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Under the general direction of the Director of Production & the Senior Production Manager, the contracted Over-hire Production Manager supports the Production Department for shows and events presented in the AT&T Performing Arts Center venues and ancillary spaces, as well as Center presented events off campus, rental events, and co-produced events.
Leadership of production-related staff and IA Crew Heads is required.
In addition to performing the duties listed below about Production Management on contracted shows, this position will contribute to additional events and shows (as needed) for all Center venues.
Extensive interdepartmental collaboration is expected, including management of catering, parking, security, and other non-production-related needs for contracted shows and events.
Duties may be assigned or modified as needed by the Director of Production.
This position is a detail-oriented, highly organized team player with excellent interpersonal skills who works seamlessly and efficiently with AT&T Performing Arts Center staff and end users of campus and off-site facilities.
Essential skills include the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while maintaining high professionalism.
Must be a self-starter and work autonomously using independent judgment.
A positive attitude towards the position and the Center’s Core Values is imperative.
Position Responsibilities (include, but not limited to): Work with the Production Department, Events Department, and others to achieve high-quality results in all technical and non-technical aspects for various contracted shows and events.
Advance the technical aspects of events and shows as assigned/contracted.
Coordinate with producing tenants regarding local conditions, venue characteristics, and available labor and equipment within the terms of their contract.
Work with the tour, venue, and outside vendors to advance and coordinate the following: (included, but not limited to) artist hospitality/catering, dressing room requirements, runner, parking, merchandise sales, and artist VIP/meet-and-greet experiences as needed.
Evaluate the crew and equipment requirements for events while considering budget, overall availability of Center resources, and the time to execute.
Translate these evaluations into cost projections, budgets, crew calls, and purchase and rental orders.
Assist and be accountable for ensuring that all necessary technical, production, and department information essential to the successful execution of each event has been accurately acquired and disseminated.
Communicate event and department needs as assigned.
Delegate duties and ensure a task is understood, supervised, and accomplished.
Participate in emergency management planning and preparedness for assigned/contracted shows and events.
Complete and submit all required documentation including, but not limited to, event reviews, expense reports, show settlements, malfunction, incident, and event reports for all Center events as assigned/contracted.
Report any unsafe working conditions or practices to management.
Thorough understanding of IATSE-based labor and contracts.
Education and/or Experience: Ideally, it requires three to five years of experience in large-scale theatrical operations with hands-on and supervisory skills in various technical disciplines.
Bachelor’s degree in performing arts, arts management, or equivalent experience.
CAD/Vectorworks experience is a plus.
ESTA certifications are a plus.
Experience and Skills: Excellent understanding of all aspects of live entertainment production and processes, including theatre, dance, concerts, etc.
Exceptional leadership and organizational abilities.
Familiarity with the implementation of union contracts.
Comprehensive problem-solving skills in a dynamic, high-pressure show environment.
Able to exhibit appropriate professional and corporate demeanor, considerable tact, and courtesy when interacting with members of the public in various situations.
Capacity to effectively and efficiently multitask, set priorities, shift priorities, and adapt to situation changes.
Skills in assessing customer needs and dedication to meeting quality standards for service.
Excellent communication skills between all production areas, customers, and the public.
Schedule, workflow, personnel, and budget management abilities.
Ability to read, draw, and interpret site diagrams, location maps, plots, etc.
Capable of working at elevated heights, 90 feet and higher.
Able to lift more than 50 pounds.
Appropriate appearance and dress are required at all times.
Available to work frequent long and varied hours, including weekends and holidays.
Experience with Windows-based programs, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
ABOUT THE AT&T PERFORMING ARTS CENTER The AT&T Performing Arts Center is a nonprofit foundation that operates and programs a 10-acre campus comprised of three premier performance venues and a park in downtown Dallas.
Audiences enjoy the best and most recent from Broadway; the finest dance companies from across the globe co-presented with TITAS Presents; and top concerts, performers and cutting-edge speakers.
Thousands of students explore and more deeply experience the arts through the Center’s education program, Open Stages.
The Center also offers free programming for audiences from every part of the community.
Our Guiding Principles Our Purpose - Shape the stage for life to thrive in Dallas Our Vision - To be a catalyst for imaginative excellence that enables economic and artistic growth for Dallas Our Mission - We are a vibrant cultural hub that provides, operates, and activates, exceptional spaces for artists, artistic organizations, and our community Our Commitments We operate responsibly: Serve as dutiful stewards for our campus and sustainably fulfill our mission We value artists: Bring innovative, relevant and distinctive performances to our spaces and ensure the success of our Resident Companies and partners We care for our communities: Be a leader in arts advocacy; listen to, empower, and uplift our artists, artistic organizations, and communities We deliver quality: Ensure every aspect of the customer experience is enriching, impactful, and memorable We inspire the next generation: Cultivate the future of the arts through impactful arts education and community engagement programs We are inclusive: Welcome and celebrate the histories, identities, and experience of our audiences We energize the city: Strengthen the vibrancy of the Dallas Arts District and make Dallas a better place At the core of the Center's culture are the values that shape the actions of its people.
We are deeply committed to cultivating an atmosphere of inclusion, diversity, and equity, extending our dedication to our staff, artists, community, and beyond.
Our foremost commitment is to listen to each other, learn from each other, and take a stand for what we know is right.
By doing so, we strive to ensure that every individual feels valued, respected, and secure within our organization.
The Center’s Core Values are to passionately pursue our mission by being: Achievement Focused Committed to the advancement and cultivation of the performing arts in Dallas Community Minded Actively fostering and participating in meaningful community interactions Customer Service Driven Dedicated to the service of internal and external constituents so that all want to return Flexible Willing to change to achieve results