Job Opportunities

ACADEMY OF VOCAL ARTS

PRODUCTION AND FACILITIES MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION  

The Academy of Vocal Arts seeks a Production and Facilities Manager.  Reporting to the President and Artistic Director, the Production and Facilities Manager will oversee all production/technical aspects of AVA productions, recitals, concerts, and related events.  In addition, this position will be responsible for AVA’s physical plant and historic Rittenhouse campus by modifying a comprehensive facilities maintenance plan and overseeing its execution. 

SALARY: $70,000 – $75,000 plus a competitive benefits package. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Responsibilities include:

• Manage set, lighting, costume, and props teams to ensure timely delivery of renderings, drawings, set/prop construction.
• Oversee, engage, and manage stage crew
• Facilitate production rentals/co-productions/new productions as necessary.
• Coordinate and oversee all load-in/outs for all theaters/venues for AVA productions including truck rental logistics
• Book various theaters, schools, churches, Kimmel Center, etc in consultation with the President/Artistic Director
• Ensure safety of all AVA productions
• Manage and maintain warehouse facility
• Schedule and coordinate all piano moves and tunings with outside contractors
• Set up orchestra pits for all productions
• General set up of chairs and tables for various events and performances
• Possible travel to evaluate production possibilities.

Facilities Responsibilities include:

• Review, execute and modify (where necessary) the facilities maintenance plan and budget including short and long-term projects in consultation with the President/Artistic Director and Chief Financial Officer
• Engage outside contractors for projects as necessary
• Manage annual safety inspections including sprinkler system, backflow detectors, alarm systems, etc.
• Supervise cleaning of AVA facilities
• Execute as necessary minor upkeep/repairs such as, but not limited to, HVAC systems, lighting, windows, storm drains, door locks, landscaping, snow removal, powerwashing, etc.
• Ensure safety of AVA physical plant and campus

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• 5-7 years of theatrical/opera production experience
• Facilities maintenance experience
• Interpersonal skills
• Interest in classical music a plus
• Evening/weekend hours required

Type of Employment: Salaried, Exempt

An equal opportunity employer, the Academy of Vocal Arts is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. 

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to opportunities@avaopera.org