General Information
| Job Description | THEATRICAL PROD SUPV 2 | Working Title | Theater Production Supervisor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 006141 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | CHASS Facilities MGMT - D01268 | Department Head | Cindy Williams |
| Supervisor | Paul Richardson | Effective Date | 02/27/2023 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 004722 | BLANK AST 3 | 1.0 |
| 004922 | STDT 1 | 1.0 |
| 006145 | THEATER PROD SPEC 3 | 1.0 |
Generic Scope
| Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives. |
Custom Scope
| Responsible for all activities associated with multiple/comprehensive technical aspects of theater productions, including procedures, personnel administration, and administering/monitoring budgetary expenditures consistent with budgetary allocations, and training of staff/students. May be responsible for maintenance of theater venues, shops, and storage, including facilities and stage equipment, tools and materials, and establishing and ensuring implementation of operational procedures for all users within the facilities. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the direction of the CHASS Facilities Director, the Theater Production Supervisor is responsible for the planning, development, oversight, reporting, and coordination of all relevant resources staff/facilities/instruments/equipment/funds) to assure the highest caliber production of approximately 100 annual public functions within the University Theatre. Primary constituents include the Academic Departments of Dance, Music and Theatre, UCR Cultural Events, UCR Student Affairs Administration, UCR Alumni Affairs and the Office of the Chancellor. The Theater Production Supervisor is responsible for the daily and special event usage of the University Theatre recharge facility. The Theater Production Supervisor exercises diplomacy and complex problem-solving skills, working to balance the educational mission, the needs of varying constituents, and the artistic goals of faculty sponsors and Artistic Directors within agreed upon resource limits, while maintaining a congenial and open environment. This is a hands-on position; which requires the incumbent to perform technical tasks such as lighting design, run sound boards, advises students and other users of lighting, sound and other audiovisual equipment as well as supervises the work of others. Coordinates building access, maintain equipment inventories and space surveys, serves as lighting designer for productions, supervises designated lighting, sound, AV and front-of-house as well as the Box Office operations. Supervises two career staff and hire/train/supervises student crew, annually. Responsibility for safety of operations; adherence to fire regulations; and storage and security of equipment and facilities. Work schedule varies based on Theatre events. University production and management experience highly desirable. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
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| 6 - 10 years of related experience. | Required |
| Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
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| Valid Drivers License | Required |
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Responsibilities may include the following: Determines construction techniques and details of construction/installation. Attends technical/dress rehearsals and consult with directors/designers regarding notes, changes, and/or additions. Administers budgets for areas of supervision, ensuring that expenditures are within agreed upon budgetary limits. Maintains shop facilities and equipment and coordinates with senior managers regarding theater facilities and property maintenance. Recommends and approves expenditures for equipment; advises on planning of major alterations of existing facilities or development of new facilities. | 15 |
Advises on all problems associated with multiple aspects of production operations.
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15 |
| Supervises subordinate staff in execution, construction, and installation of theatrical production elements in multiple production areas (lights, sound, video, costumes, hair/make-up, properties, scenery, scenic treatment, etc.) from design and design specification provided by theatrical designers. | 10 |
| Trains/supervises students in laboratory setting associated with theatrical production; may evaluate students in laboratory work. | 10 |
| Establishes procedures and supervises/trains users (staff and students) in safe, proper practices of theatrical construction and installation and in safe use, proper handling, and maintenance of all machinery, power and handtools, and other shop and theater equipment. Ensures professional and safe general shop conditions and operations, including fulfilling reporting and record-keeping requirements and all applicable rules/regulations including federal, state, OSHA and Cal/OSHA guidelines and regulations. | 10 |
| Consults with and suggests changes to designers and directors regarding efficiency or economy of construction, installation, and operation of theatrical production elements. | 10 |
| Coordinates borrowing/rental of theatrical production elements. | 10 |
| Analyzes and proposes staffing requirements; identifies/resolves work flow problems; recruits, trains, assigns work and schedules; conducts performance reviews, resolves personnel problems and takes corrective action in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements; recommends merit increases, salary adjustments, and classification reviews. | 5 |
| Researches new materials and techniques to fulfill designer concepts. | 5 |
| Attends all department staff and production meetings. | 5 |
| Advises managers regarding program planning, facility planning, and curricular development; serves on department committees. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Strong problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills. | Required |
| Mastery level knowledge in multiple technical theater production areas such as lighting, sound, video, costumes, hair/make-up,properties, scenery, scenic treatment, etc | Required |
| Strong knowledge/skills in all aspects of financial and personnel administration. | Required |
| Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to communicate complex instructions and information to disparate constituencies. | Required |
| Strong working knowledge of University and collective bargaining policies, practices, rules, regulations, etc., including safety rules and regulations. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| Direction |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |