Events Assistant Production Manager

TITLE: Events Assistant Production Manager

STATUS: Seasonal

LOCATION: Becket MA

REPORTS TO: Events & Operations Production Manager

DEPARTMENT: Production

SUPERVISES: Operations Seasonal Staff; Overhire Staff

WORKS WITH: Events Hospitality and Campus Rentals Manager; Artistic Programming; Archives and Preservation; The School at Jacobs Pillow; Philanthropy; Marketing and Patron Services; Finance and Operations; Video Documentation Team; Facilities Safety and Security; Visiting Companies Staff and Artists

START: May 12 2026

END: September 4 2026

ARRIVAL: May 11 2026

DEPARTURE: September 5 2026

COMPENSATION: $23.58-26.00/hr; Time and a half after 48 hours

SCHEDULE: May: 5 day work week

JuneSeptember: 6 day work week

BENEFITS (ON-SITE ONLY): Three meals a day free access to classes performances talks and studio usage.

The Events Assistant Production Manager (EAPM) works closely and collaboratively with the Events & Operations Production Manager (EOPM) to plan prepare and facilitate non-theater based programming. This includes but is not limited to the season opening Gala on and off campus pop-up productions community engagement events donor and member receptions daily pre-show talks and weekly Pillow Talks. They are a member of a cross-departmental team that supports this activity and during the pre-season will meet regularly with all stakeholders to clarify and confirm all production requirements. During the Festival the EAPM participates in the set-up execution and take down of events and activities and takes the lead as main production point of contact as assigned by the EOPM.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the creation of an accessible and collaborative work environment that enables artists and technicians to create together positively and safely.
• Participate in cross-departmental planning meetings as well as meetings with community stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the EOPM on maintaining detailed paperwork including standard operating procedures schedules labor plans and safety information.
• Distribute paperwork and information to all stakeholders and members of the production staff in a timely and detailed manner.
• Assist with the communication between production staff and all stakeholders.
• Actively support work calls rehearsals performances parties pre-show talks Pillow Talks and receptions.
• Attend all organizational departmental and production meetings including a weekly All-Staff Meeting.
• In the EOPMs absence or as assigned supervise work calls rehearsals performances parties pre-show talks Pillow Talks and receptions.
• Assist Patron Services in the planning for efficient movement of patrons into the venues and coordinate with backstage personnel on starting times late seating pauses intermissions etc.
• Assist the EOPM and the Facilities Safety and Security team in determining appropriate capacity groundplans and egress plans for all on and off site events and rentals.
• Under the general direction of the DoTP assist with coordination of emergency response for staff and patrons in the event of an emergency or extreme weather.
• Complete Adult/Child CPR First Aid Cultural Competency and required Safety training.
• Assist and support other departments including non-production departments as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of professional experience in production management stage management or other technical theater leadership.
• Knowledge of general theatrical production systems and standard operating procedures.
• Strong knowledge and experience with the Google App suite.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work proactively creatively flexibly kindly safely and collaboratively.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working and/or teaching in a performing arts educational environment.
• Knowledge and experience in dance production management.
• Experience working outdoors or in non-traditional venues.
• Knowledge and experience with production software including lighting sound and drafting applications.
• Knowledge of production-related health & safety best practices/concerns and ability to identify and correct potential hazards.

SKILLS & QUALITIES

• Active commitment to Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility.
• Strong communication critical thinking problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and paperwork stage plans and related technical documents.
• Demonstrated ability to conceive strategize manage and prioritize between multiple projects with accuracy and attention to detail.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Working in wooded areas with exposure to native wildlife including but not limited to rodents ticks and mosquitos.
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions including inclement weather.
• Working 6-day work weeks including early mornings late evenings and weekends during Festival weeks and non-Festival programming.
• Working off-site events in venues in the surrounding Berkshire communities.
• Moving equipment up to 50 lbs alone or with assistance.
• Moving through and between multiple locations throughout the entire campus.
• Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Working at heights above 6 feet and up to 30 feet.
• Ascending and descending straight and step ladders.
• Operating push around or drivable person lifts including at heights.
• Working in show conditions with theatrical and atmospheric elements including but not limited to: fog haze strobes dim lights and loud sounds.

APPLICATION PROCESS

*We believe that no one meets 100% of the listed qualifications. We are less concerned about whether youve done everything on a laundry list of specific things and more interested in cultivating a pool of candidates who want to join a connected mission-driven hard-working team driven by creativity curiosity inclusion integrity flexibility and partnership.

HIRING PROCESS

1. Apply: Interested individuals are encouraged to send a cover letter resume and references by submitting an application using the Apply buttons below. Video and/or audio applications are welcome (though not required) in addition to written expressions of interest.
2. Interview: Pre-Screen on Zoom Interview with Hiring Manager on Zoom Site Visit and Panel Interview
3. Supplemental Materials: A writing sample spreadsheet example or other relevant materials may be requested from candidates should they be a top candidate.

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