University of Maryland Department of Theatre Production Coordinator Position Announcement
Position Description: The successful candidate administers all main season production activities for the Department of Theatre; schedules and runs all production meetings. Coordinates pre and post production meeting communication. Coordinates with faculty, guest and student designers so that plans are submitted to shops in accordance with deadlines. Facilitates communications with Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center staff and Departmental personnel to set benchmarks to ensure ongoing progress on all technical aspects of the productions. Works with Center staff to ensure that all technical aspects of the production are finished in a timely manner. Coordinates and facilitates the integration of all aspects of the production throughout the technical and dress rehearsals and provides daily supervision of productions during the entire performance run period. Qualifications: Bachelors degree preferred; demonstrated supervisory experience in academic and/or professional theatrical production environment required; Strong organizational skills required; familiarity with all aspects of theatrical production - scenery, props, paint, electrics, sound, costumes; experience in establishing production schedules and deadlines. Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment; Ability to work collegially under pressure. Application Deadline: For best consideration, applications should be received by May 16, 2008 To Apply: Submit: a letter of application; curriculum vitae/resume; the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references; and a certified transcript of the highest earned degree to: Production Coordinator Search Committee |