Director of Production

Walnut Street Theatre is America’s oldest theatre and one of the nation’s most financially stable arts organizations with a $17M annual budget, producing a 5-show Mainstage season, and 3-show Studio season, a 2-show Children’s Theatre season, and educational programs.

The Director of Production is a member of Senior Staff and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production department at the theatre and Scene Shop, including: budgeting and financial controls; hiring, maintaining and supervising production staff and stage managers; providing oversight of the design and production processes; IATSE stage crew, set, prop and wardrobe shops; the manufacturing or acquisition of all sets, properties and costumes and their rentals; and coordinating all schedules relating to production.

This is an in-person full-time position.

Qualifications:

- Significant experience required in all aspects of building and executing large-scale musical productions and plays

- Experience working with union labor and the ability to manage large teams

- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and strong fiscal oversight

Compensation:

$160,000 with fully paid excellent benefit package and bonus potential

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume to Bernard Havard, President and Producing Artistic Director, at [email protected]. EOE