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SalaryPOSITION:Production Coordinator
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
HOURS: FT, including evenings, weekends & holidays per show schedule
COMPENSATION: $65k-$80K-Commensurate with Experience
ABOUT THE POSITION
The successful candidate will be part of the Production department of Kings Theatre by working with the Director of Production and our stagehand team directly to budget, plan and realize all the production aspects of events at the Kings Theatre. The incumbent will work as a part of Kings Theatre’s full-time team to ensure the successful presentation of events and the smooth operation of Kings Theatre.
PEOPLE, PLACES, and THINGS
The Kings Theatre is a live performance venue in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City. Kings Theatre reopened in 2015 after a complete renovation. The classic 20th-century movie palace was inspired by the French Renaissance Revival style of the Palace of Versailles and the Paris Opera House.
The Assistant Production Manager will:
- Manage the Stage crew, estimate labor and material costs, technical coordination, advance details with touring companies, promotors, and rental clients.
- Prepare purchase orders, invoices, settlement information and production department payroll, as required.
- Advance shows with artist and promotor production teams, scheduling event days, rental equipment, trucking and load in and out of shows.
- Communicate and coordinate with other Kings departments on all department needs for specific events.
- Supervise events onsite and on day of show as required; coordinate calls with teamsters and stagehands; coordinate all aspects of the event day including outside rental of equipment, catering, special security, and other specific production needs.
- Prepare event settlements on the night of the show, working with the Director of Production and Box Office team to collect necessary settlement documents.
- Assist Director of Production with payroll for union stagehands and teamsters.
- Work with the Director of Production on any related projects as requested and required.
- Other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE and SKILLS
- Minimum 5 years of experience in live theatre production, touring concert or theatre production, event production or technical direction and/or production management venue experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office. Ability to read and understand technical drawings, proficiency in CAD or Vectorworks is a plus.
- Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of technical theatre. Functional competency in rigging, audio, video, lighting production, stage operations and logistics.
- Experience working with and managing union crews.
- Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work graciously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Must be available to work nights and weekends as requested and necessary.
- Should be able to assist in lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to climb stairs regularly, occasionally work on a theatre grid and on catwalks above the ceiling.
- Must be able to work in the high decibel level environment of concert rehearsal and performance.
- Must be able to communicate by phone with clients as well as in person.
COMPETENCIES
- Communications, Problem-Solving, Customer Focus, Flexibility, Time Management, Relationship Management, Stress Management, Global & Cultural Effectiveness
BENEFITS
- 401k, competitive healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Access to employee discounts for select shows at the theatre (availability permitting)
- As an international company, ATG offers potential for geographical changes as well as upward mobility within the company
Nothing beats the energy and excitement of a great live performance. That’s why our mission is to bring the very best in music, theater, comedy, and more, to the largest possible number of people. Since 1992, we’ve grown to be a world leader in live entertainment. 10 million people a year attend live performances at one of our 50 iconic venues across North America, the United Kingdom and Germany. That number keeps growing. We partner with the world’s top creative talent and present critically acclaimed productions which have won more than 80 Tony and Olivier Awards over the years. We also operate some of the world’s most popular theatre ticketing sites, with 11 million and counting customers getting their tickets directly from us.
People are at the heart of our success. Our core values - Passionate, Smart, Collaborative and Ambitious – are about our people. Thousands of people work for ATG worldwide and it’s their passion and commitment that allows us to create great live entertainment experiences.
Learn more about ATG, visit www.atg.co.uk/
ATG’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access Mission Statement
A Stage for Everyone
Our stages are a platform for compelling stories – stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG, we provide a stage for everyone.
