General Manager - Je'Caryous Entertainment

Position: General Manager

Type: Permanent

Classification: Full-time

Location: Remote or Onsite

Reports to: CEO/Executive Producer





Position Summary:

The General Manager (GM) is an essential member of the leadership team and is responsible for the day-to-day operations and financial planning of multiple tours from conception to closing, including pre-production, technical rehearsals, daily operations and post-closing. The GM works closely with the Executive Producer (EP) to ensure a successful business model for each touring production. The General Manager collaborates with and serves as a liaison between the Executive Producer, Production Manager, creative team and company members on any given show, ensuring the production meets its artistic goals while staying on schedule and within budget.



The GM oversees the business & operational functions of all departments of the touring production. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage Pre-production needs, including but not limited to, space rental and engagement of all staff required for staged readings and development projects.

• Collaborate with Production Manager (PM) to develop and maintain the Production Schedule

• Manage day-to-day operations of all touring productions through all phases of development (production, operating, closing)

• Collaborate with the EP and PM to establish production, budgetary and profitability goals for a show

• Maintain all production financial reports, including managing and maintaining budgets, reviewing engagement and income settlements, distributing weekly financial reports, recoupment schedules and profit projections

• Work with EP and PM to ensure deadlines are met and all appropriate information is conveyed to keep the team on goal

• Negotiate and draft deal memos, contracts and agreements for all members of the creative team, touring company and vendors

• Manage personnel & HR needs and issues as they arise for multiple tours, including executing, managing and maintaining employment contracts and paperwork

• Develop, train, and supervise company management teams

• Secure housing and oversee travel arrangements for all members of the creative team and touring company prior to engagement of Touring Company Manager.

• Collaborate with the PM to ensure that each touring production is on time and on budget

• Coordinating with Marketing team the marketing & sales plan and budget for each touring production

• Supervise compliance of health, safety, and licensing laws, as well as other legal requirements, as necessary.

• Supervises and administer all aspects of touring insurances polices including Workers Compensation compliance.

• Secure Certificates of Insurance as needed.

• Process and manage all insurance claims, including Workers Compensation, in conjunction with Company Manager and Insurance Broker

• Oversees the overall booking process for the company in conjunction with the show’s EP and Booking team.

• In conjunction with EP & PM set deal terms and logistical parameters for booking and routing of each touring production.

• Support the booking and marketing departments with route development and financial analysis as needed

• Oversees logistics, financial budgets, and supports all departments when closing the tour.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position requires you to work in a variety of locations and venues, some of which for historical purposes, may not be ADA compliant. The ability to travel, work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. The ability to adapt to multiple buildings / theater venues and work long hours during the technical period(s) in dimly lit environments. The ability to travel via air/train/bus/car for extended periods of time. The ability to perform functions of position remotely from varied temporary workspaces. The ability to drive and have a valid driver’s license. The ability to work varied hours due to touring productions requirements and needs during the production and operating period. The ability to perform job responsibilities in a high stress, crisis management environment and manage multiple staff members’ requirements and priorities and the ability to manage and balance multiple projects.



Education and Experience

1. Minimum 3-5 years experience as a general manager in a theatrical environment, touring experienced preferred.

2. Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

3. Must be able to collaborate with multiple personalities and types of positions (e.g. Director, Producer, technicians, etc.)

4. Computer proficiency and experience with Word, Excel, and Adobe is required.

5. Must have experience working with Quickbooks and/or similar Accounting Software

6. Understand basic accounting terms and practices. Business math and finance knowledge and proficiency with spreadsheets using complex formulas is a plus.

7. Must have experience managing people to obtain desired outcomes using appropriate communication.

8. Extreme attention to detail.

9. Must be familiar with standard office equipment to perform necessary job functions: computer, printer/scanner/fax etc.



Other Duties

Note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Salary: $90K - $100K per year