Available Positions
| POSITION TITLE: Production Manager | CREATED: August 2024 |
| SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Artistic Director | FLSA STATUS: Exempt |
| SALARY: Starting at $80,000 / year (DOQ) |
ABOUT INDIANA REPERTORY THEATRE
The Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT) was founded in 1972 and is the only theatre in Indiana to belong to the League of Resident Theatres (LORT). Currently, the IRT produces six productions annually in two stages (the OneAmerica Mainstage, and the Upperstage) for diverse audiences. The repertoire includes work varying from world premieres to classics. The IRT serves audiences of multiple generations including students from early elementary through twelfth grade. With a significant endowment, the IRT is financially stable and looks forward to many more years of creating art for the Indianapolis community. Following many decades of diverse programming, the IRT leadership, in the past four years, has focused on further diversifying its staff and board, including ongoing anti-racist training for all.
MISSION
Rooted in the heart of Indiana, Indiana Repertory Theatre is committed to building a vital, vibrant and informed community through the transformational power of live theatre. The Indiana Repertory Theatre produces inclusive, top-quality, professional theatre and community programming to engage, surprise, challenge and entertain members of the whole community.
VISION
The Indiana Repertory Theatre will welcome the whole community, becoming a place of belonging for an ever-expanding audience of all ages and backgrounds seeking meaningful and enjoyable experiences. Using theatre as a springboard for both personal reflection and community discussion, our productions and programs will inspire our neighbors to learn about themselves and others. As the largest non-profit theatre in the state of Indiana, IRT’s goal is to help make Indiana a dynamic home of cultural expression, economic vitality, and a diverse and engaged citizenry.
COMMITMENT TO CREATING AND SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE
The IRT is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming Theatre that celebrates diversity in all areas of our work. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field are strongly encouraged to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender, and non-binary candidates.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Production Manager is instrumental in overseeing and facilitating the day-to-day production operations of the theatre while assisting the Artistic Director in achieving mission-driven goals in production and programming. The PM will act as a liaison within the organization to manage the flow of information, allotment of resources, and calendar management for the season. Reporting to the Artistic Director, the PM is a member of IRT’s senior management team and will work closely with the Managing Director, Associate Managing Director, Associate Artistic Director, Director of Marketing & Communications, Director of Development, Director of Finance, and the Director of Inclusion and Community Partnerships. The PM will join the artistic team which consists of the Artistic Director, Associate Artistic Director, Associate Managing Director, Resident Dramaturg, Playwright-in-Residence, Education Coordinator, and Company Manager.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented manager who leads with positivity, heart, and an equity lens. They have a proven history of excellence in producing stellar productions while balancing the needs of artistic teams, institutional priorities, budgeting, and organizing long-term projects. The PM will play a critical role in building the next chapter of the institution through thought-leadership, connectivity, and ingenuity. A successful production manager at IRT is dedicated to making theatre in the Midwest, bringing world-class artists to Indiana, and celebrating our whole community.
POSITION FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the recruiting, hiring, and contracting of all production team members and production over-hire including (but not limited to):
- Production departmental managers
- Stage managerial staff
- Production assistants
- Run crews
- Seasonal production team members
- Create, evaluate, and manage production schedules, which include but are not limited to:
- Production calendar
- Designer deadlines
- Tech schedules
- Work schedules created by departmental managers
- Maintain and manage all production budgets
- Assist departmental managers in meeting all production deadlines within budget while achieving the highest level of artistic quality possible
- Track and manage the general production budget
- Manage design process:
- Obtain designs from designers with contracted deadlines
- Disseminate designs to directors, artistic director, and production team via Dropbox
- Assist departmental managers in getting designs finalized on time and within budget while maintaining artistic quality
- Schedule, run, and organize all:
- Production Meetings
- Live & Learns
- Design Concept Meetings
- Designer-Departmental Meetings as needed
- Assist in Season Planning
- Read and budget needs for possible shows
- With the Managing and Artistic Directors, create a season calendar
- With the Managing and Artistic Directors, create a season budget for approval by the Board
- Attend all tech rehearsals and previews and run post–tech production meetings following each
- Facilitate all communication between creative team members and departmental managers
- Coordinate crossover projects between departments
- Assist production departmental managers with unexpected problem–solving
- Act as liaison between departmental managers and administrative staff to facilitate ancillary work requests
- Manage Production elements related to space rental events
- Work with the managing director to facilitate maintenance of stage equipment and purchase new equipment as needed
- Head building–wide safety and safety procedures
- Facilitates tech needs for marketing and development events
- Member of senior staff
- Act as an ambassador to promote the IRT in the community locally and nationally
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
A strong candidate will have experience in:
- Proven experience in handling production and design processes on large–scale productions
- Working knowledge of USA, SDC, AEA and LORT collective bargaining agreements
- Leading teams of more than ten individuals
- Working in producing organizations or similar entertainment ventures, preferably a nonprofit regional theatre
- Managing budgetary expenditures
- Prioritizing and scheduling multi-step processes through completion
- Liaising between departments
- Managing varied staff (freelancers, full–time, part–time, over–hire)
- Knowledge of professionals working in the theatre field
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Ability to operate effectively in changing environments
- Strong written and communication skills; high emotional intelligence
- Strong facilitation and organizational skills
- Strong financial management and production budgeting experience
- Integrity and discretion
- Interpersonal communication
- Working knowledge of industry “best practices”
- Experience working in and with CAD
- Networking and negotiating skills
HEALTH & SAFETY
- COVID-19 vaccination and proof of vaccination are required for employment at the IRT.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery
- Frequently communicates and express oneself with staff, designers, directors, and guests of the theatre
- Occasionally moves about the office/theatre area to access crews and evaluate timelines for delivery
- Perceives visual differences in colors and lighting
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
Please submit a resume and cover letter to productionmanagersearch@irtlive.com. Applications will be reviewed starting on Friday, September 20, 2024. We will continue receiving materials until the position is filled.
| POSITION TITLE: Overhire – Electrics, Sound, Scene Shop, Paint Shop, Costumes | CREATED: April 2022 |
| SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Appropriate Shop Head, Production Manager | FLSA STATUS: Seasonal Non-Exempt |
| SALARY: Starts at $14/hour, DOE | DATES: Various |
ABOUT INDIANA REPERTORY THEATRE
The Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT) was founded in 1972 and is the only theatre in Indiana to belong to the League of Resident Theatres (LORT). Currently, the IRT produces six productions annually in two stages (the OneAmerica Mainstage, and the Upperstage) for diverse audiences. The repertoire includes work varying from world premieres to classics. The IRT serves audiences of multiple generations including students from early elementary through twelfth grade. With a significant endowment, the IRT is financially stable and looks forward to many more years of creating art for the Indianapolis community. Following many decades of diverse programming, the IRT leadership, in the past four years, has focused on further diversifying its staff and board, including ongoing anti-racist training for all.
MISSION
Rooted in the heart of Indiana, Indiana Repertory Theatre is committed to building a vital, vibrant and informed community through the transformational power of live theatre. The Indiana Repertory Theatre produces inclusive, top-quality, professional theatre and community programming to engage, surprise, challenge and entertain members of the whole community.
VISION
The Indiana Repertory Theatre will welcome the whole community, becoming a place of belonging for an ever-expanding audience of all ages and backgrounds seeking meaningful and enjoyable experiences. Using theatre as a springboard for both personal reflection and community discussion, our productions and programs will inspire our neighbors to learn about themselves and others. As the largest non-profit theatre in the state of Indiana, IRT’s goal is to help make Indiana a dynamic home of cultural expression, economic vitality, and a diverse and engaged citizenry.
COMMITMENT TO CREATING AND SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE
The IRT is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming Theatre that celebrates diversity in all areas of our work. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field are strongly encouraged to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender, and non-binary candidates.
POSITION PURPOSE
To support various shops as needed commiserate with skills.
POSITION FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- IRT is looking to rebuild our overhire lists as we recover from the pandemic. Positions include Scenic Carpentry, Upholstery, Scenic Artistry, Cabinetmaking, Rigging, Costume Construction, Pattern Making, Electrics, Audio Engineering, Projections, Stage Management, Production Assistants, etc.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience:
- General knowledge in your given field or in some instances, simply the desire to learn more about a department.
- General knowledge in technical theatre practices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Varies depending on position.
HEALTH & SAFETY
- COVID-19 vaccination and proof of vaccination are required for employment at the IRT.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Varies dependent of position, but could include the following
- Ability to transport 25-50 lbs.
- The ability to operate power tools.
- The ability to ascend/descend stairs or work ladders.
- Additional needs will be communicated prior to engagement.
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
Please send a cover letter and resume with three references to ProductionJobs@irtlive.com. Please include the position for which you would like to be considered in the subject line. You may also mail them to the Indiana Repertory Theatre ATTN: Production Manager, 140 W Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204.