Production Director

Richmond Ballet, the State Ballet of Virginia, seeks a Production Director to join a dynamic and diverse organization celebrating its 65th year as one of Richmond, Virginia’s most treasured organizations and currently among the country’s most admired and accomplished regional ballet companies.

Under the leadership of the Artistic Director, the Professional Company has a well-established reputation for artistic innovation and excellence. The role of Production Director is critical to the artistic success of the Company and is responsible for all aspects of producing Richmond Ballet’s professional and educational performances and events.

The Production Director will be solution focused, leading a team of professionals in stage management, lighting and costume design, while partnering with artistic leadership to bring new ways to educate and uplift through the highest levels of dance.

The ideal candidate will have a BA or BFA in theatre or dance, with a concentration in technical production, ten or more years in production related roles for an arts organization, preferably ballet or dance, and at least three years as a Production Director.

The Production Director will oversee and lead technical and production staff to ensure the highest quality production and design for all events.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manages a full-time staff of production professionals, including, the Technical Director, AV Supervisor, Lighting Supervisor and Costume Director;
• Supervises over-hire and part-time staff, which vary by performance or event;
• Develops relationships and act as liaison between Richmond Ballet and outside venue staff, (union and non-union);
• Handles all production-related payroll, including guest artists;
• Responsible for rights and royalties;
• Manages department budget as it relates to all scenery, equipment rental and all costs related to each production for every division of the Company, including load-in and load-out;
• Building-related production costs, including warehouse storage and upkeep.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manages warehouse storage facility and tracks inventory of costumes, scenery, and equipment for the professional Company and School;
• Creates and ensures the on-going safety of the production work environment;
• Leads department in all productions, self-produced tour engagements and lecture demonstrations;
• Organizes all rentals of any Richmond Ballet owned scenery or costumes
• Maintains production calendar, covering detailed milestone dates from all stakeholders;

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production professional to join a close-knit group of artists and enthusiasts as Richmond Ballet embarks on a new chapter in the history of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Richmond, VA 23219: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person