Production Manager – Ballet Hispánico , NY Backstage & Technical

The Production Manager (PM) is a part-time position reporting to the Ballet Hispânico Company General Manager. The BH PM will have full responsibility for logistics and the technical aspects of every BH artistic production. Under the direction of the CEO/Artistic Director, the dance company tours 10-20 weeks per year and self-presents annual seasons in New York; the School of Dance also presents annual recitals for which the Production Manager will provide oversight.

The Ballet Hispânîc Production Manager is responsible for forecasting and budgeting tour costs, developing production strategy, leading the technical advance process with venues and presenters, identification, acquisition, and management of all technical components for each tour and/or production while meeting and exceeding the quality standards of each choreographer, designer, artist, and collaborator.

• In concert with the Company General Manager, develop production cost forecasting and budgeting Ballet Hispânico productions.
• Monitor production department budgets and expenses throughout the year.
• Evaluate performance spaces in advance of performances and/or tour date(s) and will proactively troubleshoot potential challenges/risks.
• Manage production-related communication for local and national touring presenters.
• Coordinate, develop, and prepare of all technical rehearsals and schedules in collaboration with Artistic Staff, Company General Manager, Stage Manager, Lighting Supervisor and Wardrobe Director.
• Provide remote support during touring engagements.
• Development and maintenance of all riders, records of technical requirements, plots, and files.
• Arrange shipping and transport for tours including but not limited to: sets, production materials, costumes, and technical instruments.
• Coordinate the acquisition, logistics and maintenance of all equipment and resources required for a successful tour and or performance.
• Contract and manage relationships with external vendors including designers, musicians, suppliers, etc. for productions as approved by the Company General Manager.
• Direct and manage all production aspects as related to the Ballet Hispânico Annual Gala.
• Collaborate with the Ballet Hispânico School to provide support for their production needs; including but not limited to coordinating availability of the Company’s production staff, supporting assessment of venues and technical needs, advising on hiring of short-term staff, and other production consultation as needed.
• Management of off‑site storage inventory.
• The PM may serve as the Lighting Supervisor, and/or Stage Manager as needed and may join tours if needed for particularly difficult venues or challenging productions to be mutually agreed upon.
• The PM will support the adherence to the practices, rules and regulations as outlined by Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with American Guild of Musical Artists Basic Agreement (AGMA).

• Exceptional interpersonal, consultative, organizational, and communication skills.
• Able to lead, train, and mentor team members.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Self‑directed leader with the ability to also collaborate on a team.
• Proficient with equipment and software in the areas of theatrical lighting, electrics, and sound, including but not limited to ETC Element console, Qlab, and Vectorworks.
• Knowledge of Microsoft
  365, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership abilities as well as exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Able to stand for long periods.
• Repeatedly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Climb stairs and ladders and work effectively at elevations up to 20'.
• Valid Driver’s License:
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