AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

*ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER*

*Skirball Cultural Center*

The Skirball is seeking a full-time Assistant Production Manager,
responsible for assisting with the technical production of a wide variety of
programs and events for the Skirball Cultural Center such as concerts,
lectures, literary readings, film, multi-media, dance, site-specific
performances, and festivals. Work schedule is varied and includes some
evenings and weekends.

*ESSENTIAL DUTIES*

1. Assists in coordinating all activities relative to the production of
public events including

- Setting up and operating technical equipment
- Creating stage and event set-ups per artist specifications;
- Participating in development of facilities usage plan for events;
Interfacing with staff from various departments to ensure compliance with
plans
- Participating in load in, tech, rehearsals, programs, and strike
- Supervising event crew
- Serving as stage manager and house manager as appropriate
- Obtaining and reviewing bids from vendors and monitoring contracts and
invoices
- Ordering and coordinating delivery/operation of production rentals
(stage, lights, backline, sound equipment, etc.)

2. Performs liaison with artists performing at the Skirball including:

- Contacting performing artists and speakers at the direction of the
Production Manager
- Coordinating technical needs with performers and representatives
- Assisting with the coordination of performer rehearsal
times/facilities

3. Develops and maintains the program department’s master calendar;
coordinates with the Private Events staff to ensure appropriate scheduling.

4. Maintains facility equipment such as speakers, amplifiers, mixing
board, etc., develops plans for future equipment purchases; develops
procedures and instruction guides for equipment as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

· Experience as a working professional with broad expertise in
production and technical theater

· Working knowledge of lighting, sound, staging, rigging, design
elements, and production scheduling

· Working knowledge of production equipment, some ability to repair,
or problem-solve technical problems

· Experience in producing performances in non-traditional spaces

· Leadership skills to comfortably lead crews of all kinds

· Self motivated, able to prioritize, meet deadlines and multi-task

· Very effective oral and listening communications skills and the
ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures, ages, and
economic backgrounds

· Ability to work some evenings and weekends

Please send resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources Department
Assistant Production Manager
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Or fax to (310) 440-4595
Or email to HRPrograms@skirball.org

from LA Culture Net