Assistant Production Manager - Seasonal
Seattle Opera
United States, Washington, Seattle
Posted on: Aug. 25, 2025
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Description:
Position Summary
The Seasonal Assistant Production Manager supports the technical and production aspects of Seattle Opera programming and events. This role contributes to activities hosted by and at Seattle Opera, coordinates scheduling and resources for internal and external use of Opera Center studios and conference rooms, and works under the direction of the Director of Production or their designate.
The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, leadership, collaboration, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This position requires someone communicative, systematic, detail-oriented, and self-directed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Generate and coordinate fulfillment of work orders for internal, production, and third-party rental needs.
Share Production Manager duties, including building and updating company calendars (master and show calendars) and distributing them to staff.
Attend technical rehearsals and performances; conduct walkthroughs as scheduled. Ensure spaces are ready for cast and crew, and needs align with ESO requests. Write, distribute, and file production notes as needed. Serve as lead production representative on site when scheduled.
Collaborate cross-departmentally to document, assign, and inform all constituents regarding resource moves in the Opera Center.
Share Events Team duties, including serving as the on-site venue representative for internal and third-party events, and supervising Union-represented employees working such events.
Act as liaison with the Programs & Partnerships department to plan and execute production needs. Attend planning meetings and rehearsals as scheduled.
Assist the Production Manager with departmental expense tracking, reconciliations, and credit card purchases.
Examples of Additional Responsibilities
Attend technical rehearsals and performances for Mainstage and other productions as scheduled. Write, distribute, and file production notes for non-mainstage events.
Assist the Technical Director in maintaining and archiving all design-related digital assets.
Coordinate with offsite venues regarding production requirements and logistics.
Perform other production-related duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
Education
Four-year degree, technical apprenticeship, or equivalent work experience.
Related Experience
Experience in the performing arts within production or technical environments.
Experience overseeing multi-faceted events.
Availability to work nights and weekends.
People management experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with opera or youth programming.
Experience working in a union environment.
Ability to read music and knowledge of opera.
Customer service experience.
Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations
First Aid/CPR certification (training provided by Seattle Opera).
Required Competencies
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Basic knowledge of technical theater needs and terminology.
Excellent collaboration and cooperation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word).
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact professionally with staff, management, artists, and the public.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and complete work on schedule with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and maintain confidentiality.
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Technical Skills
High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Willingness to learn production-related software.
Experience with Propared Calendar system and project management software (preferred).
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this role, the employee must be able to:
Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Stand for long periods of time.
Walk, bend, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, squat, or crouch.
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Climb ladders occasionally.
Talk and hear in person, over the phone, and via radio systems.
Maintain vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus (including in low-light backstage and theater settings).
Work Schedule and Attendance
Typical workweek is Monday through Friday; however, schedule will vary based on event needs.
Night and weekend work required.
Occasional six- or seven-day workweeks and extended days during peak production periods.
Approximately 150 hours of overtime expected annually.
Application Deadline:
Sept. 30, 2025
Job Duration:
One-time engagement
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
Washington,
Seattle
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