Production Manager

Full-Time Benefits Package Includes

• Eligibility to participate in Group Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance Plans;
• Employer-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Group Term Life, and AD&D Insurance;
• Eligibility to participate in Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Eligibility to participate in 403(b) Retirement Plan, including Employer Match Program;
• Paid Time Off includes vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Paid Parking

The Fox Theatre is located at 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308.

The Production Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of production for events in the theatre, ensuring safety, timeliness, and quality for internal and external guests.

• Advance assigned events and productions, typically overseeing 50‑70% of scheduled shows.
• Coordinate pre‑show communications with artists, tour personnel, promoters, agents, and vendors.
• Determine event‑specific production requirements, labor needs, schedules, budgets, and operational plans.
• Manage all aspects of event‑day production for assigned shows.
• Serve as primary point of contact for visiting productions, ensuring their needs are met while keeping internal stakeholders informed.
• Prepare and manage show settlements, invoicing, and payment processing.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.

• Manage stage operations, house equipment maintenance, service contracts, and production‑related work calls.
• Identify production equipment and supply needs and oversee purchasing activities.
• Coordinate projects with vendors and contractors from planning through completion.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized stage and backstage environments.
• Support assigned capital projects and operational improvements.

• Oversee union crew schedules, staffing levels, breaks, cuts, and work assignments.
• Partner with union leadership, house crew members, visiting productions, and production management staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all applicable union agreements and work rules.
• Ensure compliance with three union contracts and related labor requirements.
• Generate and approve accurate payroll records for union personnel.
• Review show payroll reports and authorize final payroll adjustments.

• Partner with the Director of Production to identify and implement training, safety, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate training programs, safety meetings, and work calls.
• Research industry best practices, equipment, and operational enhancements.

• Maintain consistent communication with production staff, union leadership, union crews, artists, vendors, and Fox Theatre personnel.
• Prepare professional written communications, production documentation, schedules, and reports.
• Foster positive working relationships across multiple departments and external partners.

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Production Management, Stage Management, Hospitality Management, Event Management, Venue Management, Sports Management, or a related field. Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in event production, stage management, venue production, or tour management.
• Required Skills &
  
  Competencies:
  
  Strong knowledge of technical theatre, live event production, & entertainment industry terminology; advanced knowledge of theatrical rigging, lighting, audio systems, carpentry, and production operations; strong understanding of event coordination and entertainment production management; proven experience leading labor crews and managing team operations; strong office administration, project management, and organizational skills; proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; excellent customer service, client management, and vendor relationship skills;
  
  exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and manage multiple projects simultaneously; strong problem‑solving skills and sound judgment; ability to work independently and learn through a variety…