Technical Manager - Art House Productions

Art House Productions is a performing and visual arts center established in 2001 and located in Jersey City, NJ. Art House is a home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas. We engage, inspire, entertain and challenge audiences with ambitious performing and visual arts programs; we provide arts education programs that promote life-long learning to a diverse community, and we celebrate the essential power of the arts to illuminate our common humanity.



Art House seeks a Technical Manager for our new, 99-seat black box theater, visual arts gallery, and office space at 345 Marin Boulevard in downtown Jersey City. The Technical Manager is responsible for supervising all production, facilities, and technical elements for programs and rentals on-site at Art House Productions. The position reports to the Executive Director. The position supports the full breadth of Art House’s artistic, cultural, and community commitments as we open our new multi arts space scheduled to be fully operational by March of 2023 at 345 Marin Boulevard in downtown Jersey City.



Overview:

* The Technical Manager is a full-time position

* The position is in-person

* The applicant must be based within commuting distance of Jersey City. Drivers license and access to a car is a plus.

* The salary range is $47,000 - $55,000

* Flexible PTO

* Organization is closed Dec 23 - Jan 2 each year

* $100 annual transportation stipend

* 401K with employer match benefits

* $500 annual budget for professional development

* Health benefits as of Spring/Summer 2023



Responsibilities:

* Oversees and coordinates the staging of lighting, sound, video, and other equipment and assets, as required for individual performances.

* Trains and supervises all outside event/production personnel in technical and safety procedures for theater, and equipment.

* Maintains a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems; participates in professional development activities as appropriate.

* Maintains inventories of relevant materials and equipment throughout entire space; identifies and assesses inventory requirements, and makes and/or recommends purchases and maintenance as appropriate.

* Serves as Building Supervisor after normal hours of operation, or during assigned productions and rental events

* Maintains calendar of events and schedules tours and fields rental and production inquiries.

* Ensures communication between various departments within the organization.

* Performs miscellaneous job-related douties as assigned, e,g; assists with technical aspects of fundraising events off-site.



Qualifications:

* Knowledge/familiarity with ADA and OSHA compliance

* Collaborative attitude

* Heavy-lifting abilities (upwards of 50 lbs)

* Competent, working knowledge of theatrical equipment, design tools and software.

* Organized, and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects

* A passion for the arts in a diverse community

* Evening and weekend hours are required



Art House is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.



Applications should include a brief cover letter and resume, emailed to HR@arthouseproductions.org. In the cover letter, please include relevant experience, and explain why this opportunity is appealing to you. Applications will be accepted through March 25, 2023. Target start date is mid-end of April 2023.



If you need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at HR@arthouseproductions.org


Salary: 47,000-55,000