AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

from LA Culture Net

Organization: Japanese American Culture and Community Center

Job Title: Production Manager

Salary and Benefits: DOE; full benefits package

Hours: Full-time, Exempt

Start Date: February 2016 or as soon as position is filled

Organization: Located in Little Tokyo, the Japanese American Cultural &
Community Center (JACCC) is a not-for-profit whose mission is to present and
promote Japanese and Japanese American arts and culture to diverse audiences
through its campus that includes office, meeting and gallery spaces, a
theater and a plaza. For over 30 years, JACCC has produced and sponsored a
wide variety of festivals, events and performances. www.jaccc.org

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Director of Performing Arts
and Community Engagement and in collaboration with the Aratani Theatre
General Manager, the Production Manager's primary responsibility is to
oversee the Aratani Theatre's Production Team in support of JACCC's mission
and artistic vision of the Aratani's multi-disciplinary performing arts
activities. The position is responsible for, but not limited to maintaining
production schedules and budgets; generating technical estimates, production
reports & client invoicing; hiring & supervision of all technical and
running crews; ordering supplies and rental of equipment for production;
coordinating rental and in-house production needs; and maintenance of the
theatre's equipment and facilities.

Traits and Characteristics: JACCC seeks a committed, proactive, and
personable individual who shares in JACCC's interest in artistic and
technical excellence grounded in a cultural and community-centered,
value-added approach. Interpersonal skills as well as technical production
knowledge must be exceptional. S/he must independently initiate and pursue
objectives in an organized and efficient manner, prioritize activities, and
maximize team interaction to complete high quality and timely work.

Experience and Qualifications: Minimum 5-years of experience working in
technical theatre, arts administration and a knowledge of the Los Angeles
theatre and performing arts communities at professional and educational
levels. College degree in technical theatre helpful though not required.
Excellent communication, project management and computer skills are
required. Competencies with Japanese, Japanese American, Asian American and
Pacific Islander communities and cultures are strongly suggested. Applicants
must be capable of working in a collaborative team environment and working
independently. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Compensation and Benefits: Competitive, as a mid-sized non-profit 501c3
organization, and based on experience with a comprehensive benefits plan
that includes medical, dental, vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

To Apply: Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to
hr@jaccc.org . Applications will be accepted until the
position is filled.

www.jaccc.org