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DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION - FULL TIME
$55,000/year - Starts June 1, 2025
Full time position, one-year contract. Reporting to the General Manager and Artistic Director, the Director of Production is responsible for the season-wide planning of the Coal Mine’s four-production season. Additionally, the Director of Production will act as each production’s designated Production Manager, managing the day-to-day line management of production elements and staff.
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FULL SEASON BUDGETING / STRATEGIC PLANNING
With the General Manager, provide a general costing of each project to determine the overall financial needs of the current four-production season and to determine an appropriate Production Budget allotment for each project, and distribute the breakdown to relevant departments.
Create, distribute, maintain and update production budget spreadsheets using the company templates.
Scheduling the production critical path for all projects associated with the venue’s season (both produced and rental). Scheduling may also be in collaboration with the Technical Director and shop heads to determine realistic time management pertaining to the specific needs of each project.
Acts as the primary Production Liaison for all Coal Mine rental clients: answering production related questions, approving production schedules, collecting all necessary information.
Manage and oversee annual maintenance, inventory and approved upgrades to Coal Mine production equipment, resources and facilities.
Work with Facilities Manager to support the overall maintenance and improvement of Coal Mine production facilities and spaces.
Hiring or largely involved in the hiring process of long and short term employees and contract workers of the Coal Mine’s Production Department including Technical Directors and Technicians. Responsible for negotiating all relevant contracts in conjunction with Producing & Artistic Management; and remaining up-to-date on all applicable collective agreements (e.g. CTA, ADC, IATSE, AFM).
PROJECT PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
Act as Production Manager for all four productions in Coal Mine’s season.
Adapting and maintaining the production schedule as new information arises.
Specifically manage all individual production budgets, and monitoring of accurate expenditures in accordance with established financial practices and procedures.
Providing accurate cost estimates for Preliminary and Final designs in all disciplines.
In conjunction with Project Directors and Company Artistic Director, responsible for granting approvals for Preliminary and Final designs in all disciplines.
Providing real time updates and for consultation by Producer, Director, Designers, and any other production or creative staff.
Managing rehearsal hall set up, management, and strike, in collaboration with the Stage Management team.
Acting as the primary contact for rental houses and shops (lighting, sound, set, props, etc.)
Managing the production process and crew on the ground at the venue during the lead up to tech week, during tech week, and up until the end of strike.
Ensuring the production is running smoothly during its run, continuing to manage any production and technical elements or problems that arise.
With technical director responsible for creating detailed install plans and construction and shop drawings.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
A high degree of professionalism and ability to handle difficult situations with ease and humour.
Demonstrated experience working in a professional or independent theatre context.
Working knowledge of provincial Employment Standards Act, and Occupational Health and Safety Act, with specific regards to the live performance guidelines.
Up to date knowledge of theatrical production methods and practice including safe and efficient labour standards.
The ability to analyze and create budgets, spreadsheets, and production costing. Specifically, experience with Google Workspace is an asset.
Ability to read technical and design drawings. Drafting and CAD skills are an asset.
Working knowledge of the Independent Theatre Agreement (ITA), PACT-ADC (Associate Designers of Canada) Agreement, as well as relevant experience with IATSE Locals 58 & 828 Collective Agreements.
Valid G class driver’s license.
Fall protection, Working at heights, Standard First Aid, and PAL certifications are assets.
High professional standards with acute attention to details.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with multiple deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
Excellent time management, organizational and administrative skills.
A passion for theatre and live performance.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Performs most duties in a regular office, backstage, and shop environment.
Must be available to work regular office hours however, due to the nature of the performing arts environment, there will be some flexibility in regards to work hours as some work will occur outside of regular office hours including some evenings and weekends.
Position requires attention to detail in the management of resources including facilities, personnel, and budgets, delivering on multiple deadlines, planning, analysis, coordination and cooperation.
COMPENSATION
Open term contract starting June 1, 2025
Salary $55,000 per annum
3 weeks paid vacation a year
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HOW TO APPLY
Coal Mine Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome submissions from individuals, with proper credentials, of all genders, cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and abilities.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, will only contact those selected for interviews. Please email a resume and cover letter no later than May 8, 2025.
Please use the subject line DP25/26 in the email subject line when applying via email to: