Production Manager Job at Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA

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  • Savannah College of Art and Design
  • Savannah, GA

Job Description

As a production manager, you will lead the production of all television, theater, stage, film, and live events in collaboration with the technical director and production coordinator in adherence to appropriately detailed project management plans. You will create detailed production schedules by consulting with the dean, associate dean, creative director, technical director, and production coordinator. You will ensure fiscal control and adherence to SCAD policies by closely supervising productions. You will then maintain the schedules that meet all technical requirements safely, effectively, and efficiently. In this role, you will schedule, organize, and lead meetings regarding production; advertise these productions; and identify and invite necessary stakeholders to attend. Through collaboration with the creative team and director, you will troubleshoot problems that arise during projects. Responsibilities will include reviewing production plans to be developed and approved on schedule, vetting the budget, labor, feasibility, and safety designs, and translating designer drawings into CAD working drawings for construction.

You will collaborate with the technical director and shop manager to ensure all projects comply with OSHA and SCAD safety policies and procedures. Likewise, you will ensure the shops, studios, and theaters have a safe working environment for SCAD students, faculty, and staff. You will mentor students through the design process for projects as assigned by the creative team, which may include aspects of lighting design and lighting control, live performance automated show control, projection, and video design. Regarding projection budgets, you will advise students on industry standards, best practices, and money management. Additionally, you will play a key role in providing students with quarterly SCADextra workshops and extended learning opportunities (ELOs) on stage management, technical theater, or production management, thereby contributing to the enhancement of their skills and knowledge in these areas.

The successful candidate should demonstrate superb attention to detail, quality problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and CAD software. The candidate should have a strong work ethic, high standards for the quality of their work, and an unconditional commitment to safety protocols and standards. An ability to lead a professional work environment that mirrors industry protocols and standards and excellent communication and organization skills are essential.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in production management, stage management, and technical theater in a related discipline
  • At least five years of relevant professional experience and/or training in film and television, themed entertainment, or theater
  • Knowledge of set production protocols, production tools, machinery, and techniques
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, CAD software including AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, QLab, Vectorworks, and digital rendering software including V-Ray and/or KeyShot

Travel required:

  • Less than 10%

Work Hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.

ADA Tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.

Job Tags

Work at office, Sunday, Saturday, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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