Company Manager - Theatrical Venue

Company Manager - live theatrical productions

The Phoenix Theatre Company, a LOA LORT D Theatre and Arizona’s largest professional regional theatre seeks a full time staff position Company Manager for a theatre complex that produces ten shows a season and houses three theatres a new 500-seat proscenium venue that will produce pre-Broadway shows, a 375-seat theatre for self-produced musicals and plays, and a 135 seat cabaret style theatre), a bistro and bar, a warehouse, and two apartment complexes.

About The Phoenix Theatre Company
Located in the heart of the Central Arts District close to downtown Phoenix, our beautiful 14-acre campus includes three theaters, a restaurant and bar, rehearsal halls, administrative offices, and production shops, all on one site. We produce a wide range of theatre, from full scale musicals to comedies, dramas and original new works. Our community service programs have gained national attention. With a $15+ million annual operating budget, and celebrating our 104nd Season, we offer 10-12 diverse productions every season as well as a growing Festival of New American Theatre.

The Phoenix Theatre Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, The Phoenix Theatre Company provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, genetic status or information, military or veteran status or status in any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Phoenix Theatre Company will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any circumstances.

We are eager to cultivate a broad and inclusive field of applicants. The Phoenix Theatre Company is committed to building a diverse community of staff, volunteers, and apprentices. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary

The Company Manager will implement and manage policies and procedures for the Company as it relates to the design teams, cast, musicians, and crew. Arranges, maintains and troubleshoots all housing and transportation needs for creative team members, actors and crew members associated with each theatrical production or event produced or presented by The Phoenix Theatre Company. This position provides administrative support to the General Manager, Director of Operations, Director of Production, Artistic team, and Stage Management as it relates to housing, transportation, and expense tracking. The Company Manager must be an individual who excels at supporting creative and administrative staff and team members and is proficient at travel and accommodation logistics. The Company Manager must be well organized, have exceptional people skills, is efficient with their work, is detail oriented, is comfortable with expense tracking, is an excellent project manager, brings flexibility and creativity to their work and has a passion for theatre. Company Manager must foster good relations between management and employees to ensure a positive working environment in a fast-paced setting.

Organizational Relationships

• Reports to the General Manager

• Supports creative team members, actors and crew members employed in productions produced or presented by The Phoenix Theatre Company

• Works in collaboration with the General Manager and the entire Producing Artistic Team and casts at The Phoenix Theatre Company

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Arranges travel, vehicles and local housing for actors, guest directors and designers, crew members for produced shows, internal events, and outside special events. This includes management of company vehicles and company owned housing as well as housing schedules, supplies and check ins/outs.

• Meets and greets company members associated with each production, assists with all housing related maintenance requests, payroll submissions, mail distribution, Actors’ Equity Association reports, credit card expense reports and reimbursements. This includes airport and rental car pick-ups and drop-offs, or ground transport.

• Process and review petty cash and credit card receipts weekly and assist in reviewing overall budgets as it related to their responsibilities.

• Manage petty cash receipt tracking.

• Work directly with box office management regarding ticketing requirements and requests.

• Work with Director of Operations to ensure new cast and creatives have the door access app upon arrival.

• Work with General Manager and Casting Director to conduct all cast/designers/director’s contractual obligations.

• Assist General Manager, as needed, to generate contracts and licensing agreements for all engagements, including New Works.

• Assists the General Manager with the Apprentice Program including recruiting, communication with colleges and universities with technical and business theatre degrees, hiring, scheduling, contracting, housing, class scheduling, monitoring, and monthly reviews.

• Develop and manage effective working relationships with all company members to ensure a smooth daily running of the company, including fostering good relationships between management and employees to ensure a safe and positive work environment.

• Assists General Manager and Director of Production with weekly production payroll, new hires, and payables as needed.

• Coordinates with marketing in regard to artist schedules for publicity photos, interviews and television spots.

• Coordinate with HR and the General Manager on all human resource matters.

• Work collaboratively with a team that is “all hands on deck”.

• Other duties as assigned by General Manager.

Methods of Accountability

Methods of Accountability are determined by the duties and responsibilities outlined above along with the following:

• Frequent real-time feedback from the General Manager

• Quarterly Performance Reviews provided by the General Manager

• A right to Progressive Discipline as outlined in the Employee Handbook if deemed necessary.

• Timeliness of completing projects according to deadlines

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or Arts Administration or a combination of education and work experience, or comparable work experience that yields the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

• Understanding of the various elements of the theatre process – new work creation, casting, production, technical, performance and audience satisfaction.

• Ability to work nights and weekends with a flexible work week schedule.

• Computer skills, including a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and financial accounting.

• Self-motivation and the ability to meet deadlines and multi-task in a fast-paced and often stressful environment, handling a multitude of projects at one time.

• Professional etiquette and work ethic.

• Knowledge of all applicable unions; including but not limited to AEA, LORT, IATSE, SSDC, USA.

• Ability to understand contracts with talent agents and representatives.

• Organizational and time management skills with an ability to manage large, diverse groups.

• Working knowledge of theatrical staffing structures and processes.

• Effective leadership and communication skills.

• Understand and execute a concierge level of management and leadership to all parties.

• Highly Organized, Self-Starter and remaining calm during stressful situations.

• Attention to detail is imperative.

• Valid driver’s license and available vehicle.

Standards of Performance

Standard of Performance are based on the duties and responsibilities of the position, as well as the mission, vision, and goals of The Phoenix Theatre Company.

Physical / Mental Demands & Working Conditions

• General office, theatre and fully functional scenic, prop and costume shops work environment.

• Evenings and weekends are required.

• Ability to work in a highly stressful environment.

Additional Benefits

· Qualifying Employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

· 13 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Vacation, and Personal Days

· Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance Eligibility

· Generous 401K Employer Matching program

· Flexible work arrangements based on work assignments and tasks (when possible)

· Free Parking for Employees

· Free allocation of tickets to TPTC productions

· Employee discounts at ArtBar+Bistro

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person