SARASOTA ORCHESTRA IS RECRUITING NOW FOR PRODUCTION MANAGER!

Since 1949, Sarasota Orchestra has inspired and entertained music-lovers across the region and visitors from around the world. A cultural leader in a city known for its vibrant arts community, Sarasota Orchestra’s threefold mission is dedicated to exquisite performance and first-class musical education.
As the oldest continuing orchestra in the state of Florida, each year the 76-member Orchestra performs more than 100 classical, pops, chamber music, and community outreach concerts.
Sarasota Orchestra’s acclaimed music education program includes the Sarasota Youth Orchestras, established in 1959 and currently supporting eight student ensembles, as well as the annual Summer Music Camp. Sarasota Orchestra also offers music lessons for students of all ages and abilities and sponsors multiple outreach programs. An annual tradition since 1953, the Orchestra’s Young Person’s Concerts brings the joy and wonder of a symphony orchestra performance to nearly 10,000 Sarasota and Manatee County fourth- and fifth-graders every fall.
Sarasota Orchestra is the parent program of the world-renowned Sarasota Music Festival, founded in 1965. Each June the Sarasota Music Festival welcomes 60 pre-professional fellows from around the globe and 40 faculty artists representing the top conservatories, music colleges, and classical music ensembles for three weeks of intensive study and public performances.
Mission Statement
The mission of Sarasota Orchestra is to engage, educate, and enrich our community through high-quality, live musical experiences.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Production Manager is responsible for the successful execution of production operations for Sarasota Orchestra. The Production Manager will oversee all orchestra setups, technical logistics, and production requirements for all Orchestra programs and functions. The Production Manager shall nurture a respectful and positive working relationship with all employees, outside vendors and patrons / customers, supporting an inclusive, respectful culture and Sarasota Orchestra values.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school or GED required; Associates or Bachelors degree preferred and / or an equivalent amount of prior skills and experience
• Must have at least 2 or more years’ experience with orchestra production/operations
• Willingness and ability to work long hours, including nights and weekends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, while maintaining a calm, positive, respectful and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of orchestral instrumentation/setups
• Basic knowledge of sound and lighting systems
• Microsoft Office proficiency required; OPAS and Visio experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with all conductors, musicians and staff
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Must have valid drivers’ license and good driving record; prior experience driving vans and box trucks desired

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, stand, walk, bend, crouch, push, pull, lift, grasp, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle, view a computer terminal, and determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned. This position requires the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and lift up to 65 pounds overhead.