Administrative Production Manager - Theatrical Je'Caryous Johnson Entertainment Houston, T

Je'Caryous Johnson Entertainment
Houston, TX
US

Production Manager

Type: Permanent

Classification: Full-Time

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)

Travel Requirement: 25%–50% annually; increased travel during production launches, technical rehearsals, and tour start-up periods

Reports To: SVP, Operations & Finance

About Je'Caryous Johnson Entertainment

Je'Caryous Entertainment is a leading producer of live theatrical productions and touring entertainment experiences. We create and present nationally recognized productions that engage audiences in our homebase in Houston, TX and across the United States through compelling storytelling, exceptional production value, and world-class talent.

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead the planning, execution, and operational management of our touring productions from concept through close-out.

Position Summary

The Production Manager (PM) is an essential member of the leadership team and oversees all production elements of Je'Caryous Entertainment's theatrical touring productions from concept through close-out. Based in Houston, Texas, the PM leads production planning, budgeting, logistics, technical execution, and touring operations while working closely with producers, creative teams, venue partners, and touring staff.

The PM serves as the primary liaison between creative, technical, and operational departments to ensure productions are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. This position requires frequent travel to rehearsals, production builds, technical rehearsals, tour launches, and select engagements throughout the life cycle of each production.

The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, extensive touring experience, exceptional organizational abilities, and a passion for delivering high-quality live entertainment experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess production requirements for all new projects and touring productions.
• Develop, forecast, and manage production budgets, tracking expenditures and implementing cost-control measures.
• Create and oversee production schedules, milestones, and project timelines.
• Coordinate with directors, choreographers, designers, technical directors, and other creative personnel to advance each production.
• Schedule and lead production meetings, design reviews, and technical planning sessions.
• Evaluate venue requirements and technical capabilities to ensure successful tour routing and execution.
• Advance venue technical specifications and resolve technical challenges prior to arrival.
• Create and maintain technical riders, production documentation, inventories, and operating manuals.
• Coordinate rehearsal requirements, including labor, equipment, facilities, wardrobe, and technical support.

Production Build & Technical Oversight

• Oversee bidding, procurement, fabrication, rental, and development of scenic, lighting, audio, video, wardrobe, hair, and special effects elements.
• Source and manage production vendors, fabricators, transportation providers, and technical service partners.
• Negotiate vendor agreements and oversee performance to ensure quality, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved.
• Review and approve engineering, build, and logistics plans for touring assets.
• Lead technical rehearsals and production load-in processes.
• Coordinate with Stage Management, General Management, and Executive Leadership to maximize efficiency during technical periods.

Touring Operations & Logistics

• Advance plans
• Load-in and load-out procedures
• Truck packs and road orders
• Safety protocols
• Freight and transportation manifests
• Oversee trucking and transportation logistics in partnership with transportation vendors and lead drivers.
• Review all tour routing and venue logistics to ensure productions can operate safely and efficiently within venue constraints.
• Oversee initial tour launches and key engagements to ensure proper crew training and operational readiness.
• Monitor production quality and consistency throughout each tour.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise touring production personnel and technical department heads.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to touring crews and production staff.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and company leadership regarding personnel matters and staffing needs.
• Manage performance expectations and foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, collaboration, and safety.
• Assist in recruiting and onboarding replacement personnel as necessary during tour operations.
• Manage six- and seven-figure production budgets.
• Track budget performance and analyze variances.
• Recommend and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising production quality.
• Review vendor invoices, labor costs, transportation expenses, and production expenditures for accuracy and compliance.

Organizational Development & Process Improvement

• Assist in developing company-wide production policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Create and maintain production manuals, safety programs, warehouse procedures, and…