Reporting to Co-Artistic & Managing Directors Jennica Grienke & Dave Deveau, the Production & Facilities Manager (PFM) oversees all technical and production-related activity for CTYP productions and presentations and the maintenance/operations of our Arts Complex at 1411 Cartwright Street (offices, three studios, costume shop). The PFM provides professional support to the Co- Artistic & Managing Directors and Board of Directors and acts as an advocate for CTYP to arts professionals, stakeholders, and the community at large, and plays a key role in supporting CTYP’s core values of artistic integrity, playfulness, community, mentorship, and accessibility.

Start Date: August/September 2026

Production Manager Responsibilities:

The PFM works closely with the Co-AMDs while:

● Leading contract negotiations & contracting artists within the parameters of each project budget;

● Developing, revising, and maintaining production budgets, timelines, production and tech schedules;

● Helping to track petty cash expenditures and expenses for each department primarily of the creative team;

● Supporting/Liaising with all members of the creative team throughout creative processes, especially during technical rehearsals;

● Scheduling and chairing CTYP production meetings and supporting creative teams throughout the rehearsal process;

● Managing production communications, including production paperwork, drop boxes and zoom meetings;

● Hiring and contracting technical and production personnel as required through IATSE;

● Ensuring a safe work environment and working on the CTYP Health and Safety Committee, including regular updates of COVID-19 Safety Plan (as applicable);

Facilities Management Responsibilities:

● Reporting to Co-AMDs, lead the facility operations manage day-to-day operations for 1411 Cartwright Street, including daily maintenance, janitorial schedules, and installation/securing of necessary materials, equipment, and permits;

● Ensuring all technical personnel have the necessary skills, training and information to perform their duties, and clearance for working with vulnerable youth;

● Conduct regular walk-through of facility to ensure safety, cleanliness and determine maintenance needs; ensuring all equipment is in good working order, and arranging repairs and upgrades as needed;

● Costing out and making annual recommendations for facility and technical capital upgrades and purchases;

● Hands-on maintenance of smaller jobs, including repairing technical and facility equipment when possible;

● Manage and execute production duties related to openings and special events;

● Other duties as required;

QUALIFICATIONS

● Excellent communication both written and oral, experience managing teams, problem solving ability, and organizational skills;

● Post-secondary training in technical theatre or equivalent, with focus on production management, technical theatre, stage management, and professional theatre;

● Positive attitude and professional demeanor,strong work ethic and passion for live theatre for youth;

● Able to manage multiple deadlines at a time and can reset priorities quickly as needed

● Occupational First Aid certification and Criminal Record Check, or willingness to obtain it

● Knowledge and working understanding of CTA and ADC agreements as well as other associations relating to theatre production and respective union contracts

● Ability to work independently, and also manage members of the production and facilities teams, including but not limited to stage management, technicians, contractors, etc.

● Advanced knowledge of MS office an asset, not required