Associate Production Manager

Title: Associate Production Manager, Marian Anderson Hall & Philadelphia Orchestra Department: Production Department Reports to: Director of Production Summary The Associate Production Manager, Marian Anderson Hall & The Philadelphia Orchestra, oversees the planning and execution of safe, efficient, and high-quality production activities within Marian Anderson Hall. Reporting to the Director of Production, this role manages production budgets, coordinates technical and logistical elements, supervises production staff and vendors, and prepares comprehensive post-event reports.

Serving as a key liaison among artists, musicians, artistic leadership, production teams, and external partners, the Associate Production Manager fosters strong collaboration to ensure seamless event execution and an exceptional experience for all stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Partner with the Director of Operations; The Philadelphia Orchestra and Production Manager of Marian Anderson Hall to plan, advance, and execute the technical, operational, and logistical requirements of orchestra productions, while overseeing daily production operations within Marian Anderson Hall. Serve as the primary production liaison for resident company partners, including the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra and Curtis Institute Orchestra, ensuring seamless coordination and successful execution of performances, rehearsals, educational programs, and special events.

Act as the lead production contact for Philadelphia Orchestra presentations, including the Spotlight Series and touring orchestra engagements, coordinating all production elements from advance planning through event execution. Lead production operations for orchestra rehearsals, performances, and special events, supervising technical crews, stage operations, and production workflows to maintain the highest standards of artistic and operational excellence.

Manage comprehensive production planning and financial administration, including labor forecasting, budget development, production estimates, technical advance documentation, instrument tuning coordination, event billing, and final settlement reconciliation. Foster effective communication and collaboration across Artistic, Programming, Operations, Facilities, and Production departments to ensure alignment of event requirements, organizational objectives, and patron experience goals. Coordinate rental equipment procurement, vendor partnerships, and transportation logistics, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, control costs, and improve service delivery.

Administer and ensure compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements, including IATSE Stagehand, Wardrobe, and Teamsters contracts, as well as resident company licensing and facility use agreements. Direct the allocation of production resources, including staffing, equipment, venue spaces, and union labor, to support productions and presentations across multiple performance and event venues…

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