Pollock Theater Manager
Carsey-Wolf Center
University of California, Santa Barbara
Summary of Job Details
Under the direction of the Business Officer, the Theater Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the Pollock Theater as a Film and Media Studies classroom and a venue for the Carsey-Wolf Center's public programming. During the day, the Manager provides classroom support, supervises and trains a team of student employees, and ensures the technical aspects for high-quality instruction; in the evening and occasional weekends, the Manager works with the Carsey-Wolf Center staff to ensure a seamless movie-going experience for guests and patrons. Responsible for coordinating the videotaping of all events, post-production editing, marketing, and posting the final cut to CWC's website and UCTV. The Theater Manager serves as the operational manager, making sure the Pollock Theater is secure and maintained as a first-class classroom and venue. Serves as technical director for all events and classroom teaching requiring multi-media support. Coordinates with outside vendors for the upkeep and maintenance of the acoustic and visual media equipment used in the Theater. Trains and supervises part-time student assistants for the Department of Film and Media Studies and the Carsey-Wolf Center; 10-15 students each quarter learn theater management and production skills to program, market, prepare, and film events with the Carsey-Wolf Center.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 4-6 years experience managing a film-screening theater and providing support for public events
• 4-6 years experience with equipment management and technical support for advanced audio-visual technology
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and public relations, including event design, organization and production.
• Demonstrated good judgment in making decisions and managing events. Skill in effectively meeting budget and time constraints.
• Highly developed judgment, decision-making and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills.
• Ability to effectively work with invited guests, donors, government officials and university VIPs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, dynamic flexibility, critical thinking, and ability to multi-task and ensure productive time management.
• Demonstrated history of strong leadership abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and collaborative relationship building
Special Conditions of Employment
• Must be available evenings and weekends.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
Hiring/Budgeted Range: $71,600 to $93,000/yr.
Full Salary Range: $71,600 to $127,400/yr.
Working Days and Hours: Variable
Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Application review begins 5/28/26.
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job # 86207