Technical Events Assistant Production Manager Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Becket, MA

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
Becket, MA
US

The Events Assistant Production Manager (EAPM) works closely and collaboratively with the Events & Operations Production Manager (EOPM) to plan, prepare, and facilitate non-theater based programming. This includes but is not limited to the season opening Gala, on and off campus pop-up productions, community engagement events, donor and member receptions, daily pre-show talks, and weekly Pillow Talks. They are a member of a cross-departmental team that supports this activity and during the pre-season will meet regularly with all stakeholders to clarify and confirm all production requirements.

During the Festival the EAPM participates in the set-up, execution, and take down of events and activities and takes the lead as main production point of contact as assigned by the EOPM.

• Participate in the creation of an accessible and collaborative work environment that enables artists and technicians to create together positively and safely.
• Participate in cross-departmental planning meetings as well as meetings with community stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the EOPM on maintaining detailed paperwork including standard operating procedures, schedules, labor plans, and safety information.
• Distribute paperwork and information to all stakeholders and members of the production staff in a timely and detailed manner.
• Assist with the communication between production staff and all stakeholders.
• Actively support work calls, rehearsals, performances, parties, pre-show talks, Pillow Talks, and receptions.
• Attend all organizational, departmental and production meetings including a weekly All-Staff Meeting.
• In the EOPM’s absence or as assigned supervise work calls, rehearsals, performances, parties, pre-show talks, Pillow Talks, and receptions.
• Assist Patron Services in the planning for efficient movement of patrons into the venues and coordinate with backstage personnel on starting times, late seating pauses, intermissions, etc.
• Assist the EOPM and the Facilities, Safety, and Security team in determining appropriate capacity, groundplans, and egress plans for all on and off site events and rentals.
• Under the general direction of the DoTP, assist with coordination of emergency response for staff and patrons in the event of an emergency or extreme weather.
• Complete Adult/Child CPR, First Aid, Cultural Competency, and required Safety training.
• Assist and support other departments, including non-production departments, as needed.

• 2+ years of professional experience in production management, stage management, or other technical theater leadership.
• Knowledge of general theatrical production systems and standard operating procedures.
• Strong knowledge and experience with the Google App suite.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work proactively, creatively, flexibly, kindly, safely, and collaboratively.

• Experience working and/or teaching in a performing arts educational environment.
• Knowledge and experience in dance production management.
• Experience working outdoors or in non-traditional venues.
• Knowledge and experience with production software including lighting, sound, and drafting applications.
• Knowledge of production-related health & safety best practices/concerns and ability to identify and correct potential hazards.

• Active commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and paperwork, stage plans, and related technical documents.
• Demonstrated ability to conceive, strategize, manage, and prioritize between multiple projects with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Working in wooded areas with exposure to native wildlife including, but not limited to, rodents, ticks, and mosquitos.
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions including inclement weather.
• Working 6-day work weeks including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends during Festival weeks and non-Festival programming.
• Working off-site events in venues in the surrounding Berkshire communities.
• Moving equipment up to 50 lbs alone or with assistance.
• Moving through and between multiple locations throughout the entire campus.
• Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Working at heights above 6 feet and up to 30 feet.
• Ascending and descending straight and step ladders.
• Operating push around or drivable person lifts including at heights.
• Working in show conditions with theatrical and atmospheric elements including but not limited to: fog, haze, strobes, dim lights, and loud sounds.

• We believe that no one meets 100% of the listed qualifications. We are less concerned about whether you’ve done everything on a laundry list of specific things and more interested in cultivating a pool of candidates who want to join a connected, mission-driven, hard-working team driven by…