What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Coordinator position at University of Colorado Boulder?
Job Summary
The University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for a Production Coordinator! As a member of Theatre BFA Design/Tech/Management Faculty, this position will serve as a mentor of a student stage management cohort.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The University of Colorado Boulder offers the following degree programs: BA in Dance; BA in Theatre; BFA in Dance; BFA in performance/Musical Theatre/ Design/Tech/Management; MFA in Dance’; and MFA and Ph.D. in Theatre & Performance Studies. The department boasts 22 full time faculty and a staff of 8. There are approximately 250 undergraduate theatre and dance students and 35 graduate students. The Colorado Shakespeare Festival is in residence at CU-Boulder and produces 5 productions annually.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
As part of the teaching load (1-1), teach all stage-management courses (Stage management 1 and possibly 2), manage and mentor all stage-crew practicums for Theatre and when appropriate in collaboration with the Director of Dance Production, coordinate stage-management assignments and run crew practicum. Other teaching opportunities are possible in areas of interest and need input for curricular and production management.
Responsible for calendar and space scheduling for all Dance and Theatre productions in a 9 month season utilizing THDN performance venues as well as instituting all safety procedures and protocols. Serve as assistant building proctor.
Coordination duties include:
- All aspects of auditions for Theatre production season
- All outside prop rentals
- Off-campus storage operations
- All shared facilities and production resources with Colorado Shakespeare Festival per MOU and Theatre & Dance
- House management for productions
- CU Presents (Resident marking and box office services) coordination (program)
- Rights and Royalties: Applying for, obtaining, and coordinating Rights and Royalties as well as scripts
- Managing/supervising student workers
What You Should Know
All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to comply with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement. New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this 100% 9-month appointment is $54,000-$55,000.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
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Be creative. Be imaginative. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- MFA in Theatre and/or Dance Production or related field or equivalent experience.
- Prior teaching experience at the University level.
- Professional Productions and Stage Management experience.
What We Would Like You To Have
- Production experience in dance and theatre.
- Understanding of AEA and other union practices.
- Demonstrated organizational, scheduling, and budgeting experience.
- A commitment to the collaborative work environment and the development of students.
- Expertise in any area of Theatre and/or Dance Design and/or production.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
- Optional: Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Optional: Portfolio Link
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references who will be contacted to provide letters of recommendation as the search progresses. We may request a portfolio/website link and/or a teaching statement later in the process.
Please apply by January 14, 2021 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
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