Production Manager, Claire Trevor School of the Arts

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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As UCI's creative laboratory, the Claire Trevor School of the Arts (CTSA) explores and presents the arts as the essence of human experience and expression, through art forms ranging from the most traditional to the radically new. Our international and distinguished faculty work across a wide variety of art forms, partnering with others across the campus; our nationally ranked programs in art, dance, drama, and music begin with training but end in original invention. The School delivers a superb developmental experience, combining superlative artistic training with a top-ranked liberal arts education. It is home to the departments of Art, Dance, Drama, and Music.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Dean, the Production Manager administers and manages all functions that primarily support production activities in the Claire Trevor School of the Arts occurring within the School's academic departments, Art, Dance, Drama and Music. Provides the full range of administrative and oversight responsibilities for the Production Office. Directly responsible for supervision and performance management of staff. Provides account management support for production-related performances and concert activities to department chairs, faculty, and shop managers. Negotiates dates for usage of the Irvine Barclay Theater. Research and implement industrial safety standards. Working with the Dean, Assistant Dean, and the Department Chairs in developing annual budgets; manages the annual production budget and recharge account Provides logistical support to the Office of the Dean for special events.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $85,400- $121,100 (Annual).

Required:

• Thorough knowledge and skills regarding the performing arts business, with emphasis on program's specialization; music, dance, theatre and other disciplines.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and trends of public relations, parts education, and community development, including skills to initiate, conceive, develop, and implement arts education, art curriculum, and/or community programs.
• Strong knowledge of technical production for theater, dance, and /or other live performance special event operation, including producing, production management/stage management, and operations.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management concepts and techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the skills to work effectively with diverse publics.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills and skills to perform effectively under deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 10+ years Academic experience in production management or professional theater experience.

Preferred:

• Management and leadership skills to effectively recruit, hire, train, motivate and evaluate personnel, including taking corrective action as required; skills to work effectively with volunteers.
• Negotiation, analytical and research skills to interpret data, prepare conclusions and successfully negotiate terms and conditions of contracts and proposals that are in the best interest of the institution including obtaining play and music rights for Drama, Music, and Dance productions.
• Excellent problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills in multiple arenas.
• Excellent knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures.

Special Conditions:

• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.