Full-Time

Director – Production Operations

Posted on 8/6/2024

The Metropolitan Opera

The Metropolitan Opera

1,001-5,000 employees

Operatic performances and musical productions

Social Impact
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$200k - $230kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Lincoln Center, New York.

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Procurement & Sourcing
Quality Control & Compliance
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Management
AutoCAD
Requirements
  • A terminal degree in Theater, Production, Management, or equivalent professional experience is required.
  • 5 years of experience in a similar position at a major theatrical venue is required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the standard project management practices.
  • Basic knowledge and experience with all aspects of technical backstage operation is required.
  • A solid fundamental knowledge of Theater Production organization, practices, and techniques is essential.
  • Computer literacy is essential, including MS Office products.
  • Experience with standard technical and theatrical drafting procedures is required.
  • An ability to clearly communicate technical and artistic concepts in writing is essential.
  • Problem solving skills, including the ability to synthesize and evaluate solutions in three-dimensional space, are required.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills are crucial, as well as the ability to work on a team in a fast-paced, detail-oriented workplace.
Responsibilities
  • Manage planning and execution for the production Capital Improvement project portfolio.
  • Assign and lead internal and contracted project managers/human resources per project.
  • Implement a standard model for Project Management across all projects.
  • Standardize project/portfolio reporting and facilitate interdepartmental communication.
  • Run periodic risk assessments and advise Assistant General Manager and Production Team on project implications for repertory and event programming.
  • Collaborate with Legal to establish preferred vendor service and purchase agreements.
  • Support the core production team in their essential duties by providing leadership, guidance, and mediation throughout the production planning and execution cycle.
  • Direct the development of a stage equipment and machinery reliability program.
  • Collaborate with the Safety Director, Legal, and Production Team to ensure an integrated approach to regulatory compliance and best practices.
  • Coordinate the evaluation and tracking of 3rd party intellectual property approvals for production elements for all design disciplines.
  • Negotiate and Execute licensing and release agreements in consultation with Production Manager, Design Teams, and Legal.
  • Coordinate RFP development for outside scenery construction; negotiate and execute vendor contracting.
  • Review and execute New Production Costume build agreements.
  • Negotiate and Execute all Production Master Services/Purchases agreements and one time contracts for procurement of goods and services in consultation with all areas of production.
  • Coordinate vendor requests for production photo publishing approval.
  • Manage Administrative Associates: Costumes, Wardrobe/Wigs and Makeup, Construction/Scenic, Electric, Props, Production Finance Coordinator/Assistant Finance Coordination, Logistics Coordinator.
  • Coordinate accounting and control policy consistency/compliance for all production areas.
  • Participate in repertory production planning by serving on the Scheduling Committee to advise of capital project requirements.
  • Participate in the yearly budgeting process by planning and tracking individual budget lines as assigned.
  • Remain abreast of current and developing industry standards and guide lines regarding the safety of stage operations.
  • Support and maintain an environment of collaboration.
  • Regularly update the Assistant General Manager on departmental status.
  • Manage Production Department satellite service agreements. Conduct market research, negotiate agreements, and manage the vendor relationship for 2 warehouses and a shipping container storage yard in the NYC metropolitan region.
  • Coordinate annual safety, anti-harassment, and DEI training for Production sub departments in consultation with Chief Diversity Officer, Safety Director, and Chief Human Resources Officer.
  • Coordinate specialty training as needed - Scaffolding, Suspended Scaffolding, Professional Development (excel, vendor software training etc.).
  • Review and approve all requests for departmental network access/email/internet rights for all Production areas in consultation with IS and department heads.
  • Administer production software in consultation with IS; Autodesk Autocad/Inventor/Vault.
  • Participate in an advisory capacity on weekly committee to address labor relations issues across all production union groups.
  • Participate in periodic labor negotiations in an advisory capacity.
  • Coordinate intern interviews and placements in consultation with DEI team.
  • Support control team with quarterly and annual evaluation of property and cargo insurance requirements.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of standard opera repertory is helpful.
The Metropolitan Opera

The Metropolitan Opera

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The Metropolitan Opera is a prominent institution dedicated to the performance of opera, a form of musical theater that combines singing, orchestral music, and dramatic storytelling. The opera features a wide range of productions, from classic works by composers like Verdi and Puccini to contemporary pieces. Performances are held in a grand theater, where talented singers, musicians, and stage designers collaborate to create an immersive experience for the audience. What sets The Metropolitan Opera apart from other opera companies is its commitment to high-quality productions and its ability to attract world-class talent, both on stage and behind the scenes. The goal of The Metropolitan Opera is to promote the art of opera and make it accessible to a diverse audience, ensuring that this rich cultural tradition continues to thrive.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$972.7K

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1883

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What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in digital streaming boosts the Met's remote audience reach.
  • Global partnerships enhance cultural exchange and expand audience reach.
  • The Asia tour taps into a growing market for Western classical music.

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  • Declining interest in traditional opera among younger audiences affects ticket sales.
  • The lawsuit by Anna Netrebko could cause financial and reputational damage.
  • Competition from other NYC cultural institutions may divert potential audiences.

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  • It has a history of collaborations with international artists and institutions.
  • The Met is embarking on its first-ever Asia tour in 2024.

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