Akpik Theatre is a project-based, professional, northern focussed Indigenous theatre company. We are looking for the best person who can coordinate and manage mid-size productions that tour, and has regional and international experience doing so.

Description

Reporting to Akpik Theatre’s General Manager, the Production Manager is a management position that requires a self-motivated, organized individual with inclusive leadership skills who can manage competing priorities in a dynamic and creative work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PRODUCTION MANAGER INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Representing Akpik Theatre leadership in Production

Management and Administration of Production; ensuring resources and scheduling of the building of Set, Costumes, Props, Lighting, and Video designs.

Close Real Time Management of Budget

Creation and Management of Production Schedules

Working closely with the Technical Director and/or Construction Coordinator/Contractor to ensure Production meets expectations of Akpik leadership

Supervision/Hiring of Production and Tour Team in collaboration with the General Manager and Technical Director

Contracting creative and technical teams; with ADC, IATSE, CAEA, and ACTRA experience

Working closely with all venue management to ensure full tour resource and scheduling support

Supporting the Technical Director on management of technical rehearsals and venue work

Coordination of procurement and rentals of materials, supplies, and logistics for Akpik Theatre’s productions/tours

Ongoing enforcement of health and safety regulations established by Akpik Theatre


SKILLS REQUIRED:

A university/college degree in theatre production or equivalent experience

Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Production Manager in a theatrical setting

Proven experience producing accurate show costing in a theatrical environment

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to maintaining company harmony and collaboration

Understanding current technical practices within theatre: including sound, lighting, projection and set construction

Experience supervising staff, technicians, and artisans

Knowledge and understanding of PACT, ADC, IATSE, and CAEA agreements

Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), WHMIS and Employment Standards Act (ESA)

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings in Vector Works and/or SketchUp