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Position Information
Posting date: 10/30/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Position Number: 0740600
Position Title: Production Manager
Hiring Range: Minimum > please inquire, Maximum > please inquire
Union Type: Not a Union Position
SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Category: Regular Full Time
Scheduled Hours per Week: 40
Schedule: May work remotely on occasion as determined with the Senior Production Manager
Location: Hanover, NH – Wilson Hall and Hopkins Center
Position Purpose Reporting to the Senior Production Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for planning and oversight of all technical aspects of assigned Hopkins Center performing arts events, including presented, produced, hosted and digital presentations. The role involves key relationships with artists, agents, professional technical personnel, Hopkins Center staff and other campus departments. The position supervises IATSE Local 919 union technical theater staff and student employees.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee the preparation and implementation of lighting, sound, scenic and projection designs as well as rigging configurations for all assigned productions.
Review performance contracts, technical riders and define production‑related audio, video, lighting, rigging, recording and stage management requirements.
Adapt production elements to conform to assigned performance spaces and resolve technical plans related to events.
Supervise backstage activities related to production set‑up, rehearsal, performance and strike; ensure adherence to production specifications, IATSE union rules and safe work practices.
Act as point of contact for artists during technical rehearsals and performances; interpret and act to meet unanticipated needs.
Manage IATSE union and student employees in show preparation, job assignments during performances and post‑show restoration.
Model a backstage work culture characterized by proficiency, safety, excellence and creative problem‑solving; anticipate potential issues and propose solutions.
Build and steward business relationships with outside labor providers and vendors and incorporate production strategies in meeting Hop’s inclusion, equity, accessibility and diversity goals.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with production stakeholders and peers across the university, region and nationally.
Create work assignments and provide instruction to labor crews and student employees; schedule crew work calls in accordance with IATSE union regulations; record and communicate hours worked and establish labor/equipment cost estimates for events.
Stay abreast of technical advances in the field; make recommendations to the Senior Production Manager.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and at least six years of increasingly responsible technical production experience in the arts, cultural or live entertainment sectors, including at least three years of management responsibility.
Demonstrated experience leading comprehensive production advance processes covering all technical disciplines and administrative aspects such as scheduling, budgeting and staffing.
Demonstrated experience effectively leading production teams and managing large‑scale productions.
Demonstrated accomplishment maintaining current knowledge of production practices and systems across all technical disciplines.
Demonstrated understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information and needs.
Demonstrated knowledge of the techniques and ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Commitment to working effectively as part of an equitable, anti‑racist, anti‑biased team and work environment; related training is a plus.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective planning, decision‑making processes and associated tools and techniques.
Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Business acumen: Demonstrated knowledge, insight and understanding of business concepts, tools and processes needed for making sound decisions.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated production management or technical direction experience with a wide variety of arts and entertainment projects, including major touring theatrical productions, concert tours and community events.
Experience in an arts presenting, producing or university‑based organization, or multi‑venue performing arts organization.
Experience with international artists and productions.
Experience in an educational setting, including teaching, mentorship or training roles; experience mentoring student employees.
Interest in and strong commitment to the mission and programs of the Hopkins Center.
Demonstrated fluency in the use of technology and commitment to adopting new technology across all stage production disciplines.
Experience using Visio, Slack, Airtable, Vectorworks, QSys and Google Drive.
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Additional Information
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, including criminal background checks, reference checks and verification of required credentials.
Driving a vehicle is an essential function of the job; a valid U.S. driver’s license is required.
Dartmouth College Office of Human Resources | 7 Lebanon Street Suite 203 | Hanover, NH 03755 | Ph 603.646.3411 | jobs@dartmouth.edu
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https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Position Information
Posting date: 10/30/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Position Number: 0740600
Position Title: Production Manager
Hiring Range: Minimum > please inquire, Maximum > please inquire
Union Type: Not a Union Position
SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Category: Regular Full Time
Scheduled Hours per Week: 40
Schedule: May work remotely on occasion as determined with the Senior Production Manager
Location: Hanover, NH – Wilson Hall and Hopkins Center
Position Purpose Reporting to the Senior Production Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for planning and oversight of all technical aspects of assigned Hopkins Center performing arts events, including presented, produced, hosted and digital presentations. The role involves key relationships with artists, agents, professional technical personnel, Hopkins Center staff and other campus departments. The position supervises IATSE Local 919 union technical theater staff and student employees.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee the preparation and implementation of lighting, sound, scenic and projection designs as well as rigging configurations for all assigned productions.
Review performance contracts, technical riders and define production‑related audio, video, lighting, rigging, recording and stage management requirements.
Adapt production elements to conform to assigned performance spaces and resolve technical plans related to events.
Supervise backstage activities related to production set‑up, rehearsal, performance and strike; ensure adherence to production specifications, IATSE union rules and safe work practices.
Act as point of contact for artists during technical rehearsals and performances; interpret and act to meet unanticipated needs.
Manage IATSE union and student employees in show preparation, job assignments during performances and post‑show restoration.
Model a backstage work culture characterized by proficiency, safety, excellence and creative problem‑solving; anticipate potential issues and propose solutions.
Build and steward business relationships with outside labor providers and vendors and incorporate production strategies in meeting Hop’s inclusion, equity, accessibility and diversity goals.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with production stakeholders and peers across the university, region and nationally.
Create work assignments and provide instruction to labor crews and student employees; schedule crew work calls in accordance with IATSE union regulations; record and communicate hours worked and establish labor/equipment cost estimates for events.
Stay abreast of technical advances in the field; make recommendations to the Senior Production Manager.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and at least six years of increasingly responsible technical production experience in the arts, cultural or live entertainment sectors, including at least three years of management responsibility.
Demonstrated experience leading comprehensive production advance processes covering all technical disciplines and administrative aspects such as scheduling, budgeting and staffing.
Demonstrated experience effectively leading production teams and managing large‑scale productions.
Demonstrated accomplishment maintaining current knowledge of production practices and systems across all technical disciplines.
Demonstrated understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information and needs.
Demonstrated knowledge of the techniques and ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Commitment to working effectively as part of an equitable, anti‑racist, anti‑biased team and work environment; related training is a plus.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective planning, decision‑making processes and associated tools and techniques.
Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Business acumen: Demonstrated knowledge, insight and understanding of business concepts, tools and processes needed for making sound decisions.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated production management or technical direction experience with a wide variety of arts and entertainment projects, including major touring theatrical productions, concert tours and community events.
Experience in an arts presenting, producing or university‑based organization, or multi‑venue performing arts organization.
Experience with international artists and productions.
Experience in an educational setting, including teaching, mentorship or training roles; experience mentoring student employees.
Interest in and strong commitment to the mission and programs of the Hopkins Center.
Demonstrated fluency in the use of technology and commitment to adopting new technology across all stage production disciplines.
Experience using Visio, Slack, Airtable, Vectorworks, QSys and Google Drive.
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Additional Information
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, including criminal background checks, reference checks and verification of required credentials.
Driving a vehicle is an essential function of the job; a valid U.S. driver’s license is required.
Dartmouth College Office of Human Resources | 7 Lebanon Street Suite 203 | Hanover, NH 03755 | Ph 603.646.3411 | jobs@dartmouth.edu
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