Assistant Production Manager

Job Description

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non‑profit charitable organization.

Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and artistic possibilities. Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non‑profit charitable organization with free admission.

The Momentary is a contemporary art space that opened to the public on February 22, 2020, in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas. The Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time, and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality. An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is a ‘living room’ where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful.

You belong here: make the most of this moment.

• Position Title: Assistant Production Manager
• Position Type: Full‑Time
• FLSA Classification: Non‑Exempt
• Department: Production
• Reports to: Production Manager
• Date Reviewed: 01/12/2026

The Assistant Production Manager will facilitate the wide variety of production management and administrative needs required to support or produce the many performing arts offerings and events that will take place at Crystal Bridges, the Momentary, and Heartland Whole Health Institute. The ideal Assistant Production Manager has experience in theatrical, festival, and event coordination, and a self‑motivated desire to expand their knowledge of the field and a passion for supporting the production of contemporary performing arts.

• Lead the production advance process by facilitating communication with artists, management, and programmers alongside the Production Manager.
• Create and maintain paperwork and documentation related to production advances for festivals, performances, and events.
• Assist in the creation of departmental standard operating procedures.
• Act as stage manager and perform company management related tasks for rehearsals and performances.
• Act as day‑of‑show contact for artists, crews, and vendors in addition to communicating with internal teams about the details of upcoming and immediate needs.
• Create, maintain, and distribute paperwork, complete performance reports and maintain an archive of the documentation.
• Act as a production runner, point of contact, and coordinator for the events, performances, and festivals, as needed.
• Assist with the maintenance, inventory, storage, and distribution of production related equipment and resources.
• Support cross‑departmental teams with their events and performance space usage.
• Assist with production team scheduling and administrative duties.
• Attend meetings and walkthroughs as a representative of the production team.
• Perform additional duties, as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficiency with standard office equipment including basic computer literacy (word processing, spreadsheets, e‑mail, etc.), telephone, and copy machines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability and willingness to be a team player both within the department and throughout the entire organization.
• Flexibility to work adaptable schedules including days, evenings, and weekends.

• A minimum of two (2) years experience in Production Management or Company Management, and/or Stage Management field is required.

• Physical demands: Must be able to perform manual labor associated with the installation, operation, and maintenance of audiovisual (A/V) equipment. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 60 lbs on a regular basis. Must be comfortable and proficient…