THEATRE PRODUCTION SPECIALIST 21232

3/16/89 B

This is a single class series for positions responsible for assisting with the management of theatrical and dance productions in a college or university theatre. Positions in this class oversee and coordinate the technical aspects of a production, manage event scheduling and box office activities, and may manage the operations of a dance school.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of considerable difficulty. Positions in this class train and direct the work of students and volunteer technicians in the set up and operation of lighting, sound and other technical systems; evaluate inventory and insure that all performance needs are met; manage equipment budgets; and oversee the transport of equipment and props for off campus productions. Duties typically include managing the box office and ticket sales; administratering grant awards; developing revenue projections and expenditure estimates for annual productions; processing tuition and scholarship payments; drafting contracts for guests to include payment processing; and ensuring general facility care and maintenance. In a school setting, positions counsel students on school policy and tuition payments; manage student registration; process catalogue offerings, class rolls, and grade sheets; and write grant proposals to seek outside funding for school functions.

Supervision Given: Supervision is typically not a factor; however, positions direct the work of students and volunteer technicians in preparation for and during performances.

Supervision Received: General supervision is received from a faculty member.

Scope: Work affects a variety of logistical and business functions within the theatre which are essential to the Dramatic Arts/Theatre Department and students within the department.

Impact of Actions: Effective job performance results in effective management of the theatre, and in successful execution of productions. Errors could result in costs in terms of time, money, equipment and personnel resources.

Personal Contacts: Frequent internal and external contacts with university offices, guest performers, vendors, and entertainment supply agencies to meet the logistical needs of the theatre and production staff.

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of the performing arts and theatre or dance operations. Working knowledge of general accounting principles.

Skills: Working skill in the rigging of lighting and sound equipment.

Ability: Demonstrated ability to supervise or oversee diverse activities related to the operation of a theatre; and to arrange set pieces and other equipment into an effective theatrical stage composition.

License or Certification: None.

Education or Training: High school graduation or equivalent with additional course work in the performing arts or a closely related field.

Level and Type of Experience: Experience in the technical operation of a theatre or dance company which included the responsibility for equipment or funds.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledges and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This is a new class established in March 1989 as part of the statewide Classification Review/Specification Update Program. This class, along with the Costumer class, replaces the Theatre Specialist class.