Theatre SilCo (formerly The Lake Dillon Theatre Company), home to the new $10 million facility in Silverthorne, Colorado is a professional theatre committed to enhancing the quality of life in Summit County and the Colorado Front Range by providing unique and accessible cultural experiences through the Performing Arts. We increase imagination, engagement, and empathy in our community through our performance, educational and outreach programming.
Theatre SilCo’s core values of integrity, impact, quality, intimacy, and diversity of programming influence all aspects of development, programming, and operations. Staff are expected to fulfill their responsibilities with consistent consideration of these core values. Additionally, Theatre SilCo maintains a unique organizational culture that is intimate, fast-paced, and fully-integrated between all departments. These unique aspects of Theatre SilCo require all staff members to multi-task projects in an often-times complex work environment. The intimate nature of our staff and the broad depth and scope of programming require all staff members to constantly be aware of and support other departments in order to achieve organizational success each year.
The Technical Director is a skilled theatre professional who is highly knowledgeable in all aspects of scenic construction. The TD should also be familiar with lighting, AV, sound and must navigate the multifaceted work environment with an ambitious production calendar. The TD is responsible for overseeing all technical and scenic operations of Theatre SilCo productions including scenic construction, props, lighting, and sound. The TD will maintain all theatrical spaces and equipment including enforcing safety, efficiency, and effective operations. The Technical Director works alongside the Production Manager and reports to the Associate Artistic Director. The TD is responsible for all the technical and staging requirements of any production/educational program/tour/class/etc.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Artistic Engagement Responsibilities:
Inspires a professional and ambitious approach to presenting high-quality theatre
Production Responsibilities:
Oversee and execute building of scenic elements
Manage and supervise the technical staff and volunteers (Seasonal)
Develop and manage the season production budget in collaboration with the Producing Artistic Director, and Production Manager
In collaboration with Production Manager, hiring and supervising of production staff
Supervising technical rehearsals in tandem with stage management, director, Production Manager.
Scheduling and supervising strike
Considering the safety of those in our employ and our constituents, account for and organization of production related inventory in collaboration with Production Manager
Determine technical need for all Theatre SilCo productions including schedules, budget, hiring, etc
Maintenance of productions and production related inventory for both facilities and shop
Drafting and shop drawings
Administrative Responsibilities:
Creating and managing a plan for capital investments with the Production Manager
Ensure visiting companies and individuals follow facility guidelines and agreements
Manage and supervise the facilities (office, storage space, performance spaces, lobby, green room, dressing rooms, lab spaces, shops, etc)
Educational Programming Responsibilities:
Works directly with Production Manager and teachers on meeting the needs of the Educational production requirements in collaboration
Provides any support needed for educational programming
Health and Safety Responsibilities:
Working with the Production Manager to oversee production health and safety by receiving and approving risk assessments and production plans and signing off the stage before technical rehearsals
Working with the operations and technical supervisors on health and safety to ensure policy and procedures are up-to-date and adhered to
Summary of Additional Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Transfers of rehearsals to main stages (and all duties tied)
Close outs (strike, storage space, reconciliation of payments/reimbursements/petty cash)
Works with management team to support day-to-day operation of Theatre SilCo facilities
Manage and oversee all production aspects of events at multi -purpose performing arts facility
Manage personnel during load-in/load-out, rehearsals, and performances
As it pertains to rentals, develop, implement, manage, and document all production labor for event and facility budgets
Management of extensive list of theatrical vendor relationships, including contract maintenance and licensing and permitting authorities
Development and implementation of maintenance and repair schedules for all theatrical technical systems in the facility
Assist in the development and implementation of venue guidelines, policies, and procedures for delivery of services by the production department and other facility needs
Participate in venue site visits and coordinate needs as required
Attend all relevant meetings, functions, and discussions
Communicate regularly and provide other departments with production information
Other Duties:
Other duties assigned by Producing Artistic Director and Associate Artistic Director
General/Organizational: These competencies are to be demonstrated by everyone in employ at Theatre SilCo. They represent a standard of expectancy as it relates to the organization’s core values.
Quality/Compliance: Achieving a standard of excellence with our work processes and outcomes honoring Theatre SilCo policies
Customer focus: Striving for the highest customer satisfaction, going out of our way to be helpful and pleasant, making it as easy as possible on the customer rather than our organization
Communication: Balancing listening and talking, speaking and writing clearly and accurately, keeping others informed
Collegiality: Being helpful, respectful, approachable, and team oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Initiative: Taking ownership of our work, doing what is needed without being asked, following through
Efficiency: Planning ahead, managing time well, being on time, being cost conscious, thinking of better ways to do things
Coachability: Being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement
People management (for those with direct reports): Setting clear expectations, reviewing progress, providing feedback and guidance, holding people accountable
Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description, and other duties, as assigned, might be part of the job. The Production Manager supervises the overall production and assists in making the financial decisions. Accurately accounting for expenditures is vital to staying within the production budget.
Required Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate will have experience in a professional theatre company setting as a Technical Director, Assistant Technical Director, or Scenic Shop Lead. Candidates must possess exceptional organizational, written, and office administration. Superior skills in verbal communication, time management, and interpersonal skills are a must. Other attributes must include confidentiality, collaboration, and being a team player. The successful candidate must minimally have a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or Theatre Production. Familiarity with both Apple and Microsoft operating systems.
Compensation:
$60,000 – $66,000 annually commensurate with experience
Full Health Benefits covered by Theatre SilCo, including Vision and Dental
FLEX PTO policy
Option to invest in IRA with Company Match
SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: chris@thesilco.org
Theatre SilCo in Silverthorne, Colorado, is a professional theatre committed to enhancing the quality of life in Summit County and the Colorado Front Range by providing unique and accessible cultural experiences through the Performing Arts. Through our performance, educational, and outreach programming, we increase imagination, engagement, and empathy in our community.
The SilCo’s core values of integrity, impact, quality, intimacy, and diversity of programming influence all aspects of development, programming, and operations. Staff are expected to fulfill their responsibilities with consistent consideration of these core values. Additionally, The SilCo maintains an intimate, fast paced, and fully integrated organizational culture between all departments. These unique aspects of The SilCo require all staff members to multi-task projects in an often complex work environment. The intimate nature of our staff and the broad depth and scope of programming require all staff members to constantly be aware of and support other departments to achieve organizational success each year.
The Production/Company Manager is responsible for the production departments’ overall theatrical production and day-to-day business (including but not limited to costumes, props, scenery, stage management, lights, and sound). The PM/CM reports to the Producing Artistic Director. The PM/CM plays a key role in the managerial direction of the productions as pertains to quality, timeliness and scheduling of artists for the theatrical productions. The chief responsibility of the Production/Company Manager is to run the Production Department and manage the company members in support of the artistic vision of the company.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
General Responsibilities:
Manage and supervise the Production Staff.
Develop and manage the production budget collaborating with the Producing Artistic Director and TD.
Develop and manage the season calendar collaborating with the Producing Artistic Director and TD.
Production Responsibilities:
Creating and managing the budget collaborating with the Producing Artistic Director and TD.
Hiring and supervising the design team and production staff
scheduling and supervising design and production meetings,
scheduling and supervising technical rehearsals in tandem with stage management and director,
scheduling strike, in coordination with TD
Account for and organization of production-related inventory with Technical Director.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Creating and managing a plan for capital investments with the Technical Director
reporting budget to Producing Artistic Director
meet weekly with Producing Artistic Director
Production & Facilities Support:
Supports all members of production teams and offers practical guidance at each stage of the process;
Assessing production, training, and technical requirements of each show, and advising on feasibility;
Carrying out the bulk of production training, across the breadth of Theatre activity;
Provides a welcoming and supportive environment at The SilCo;
Maintaining a friendly and proactive approach to helping all users
Educational Programming:
With Technical Director, works directly with the Educational Team to meet the needs of the Educational department in its production requirements
Provides necessary support for the educational team in assuring that rehearsal and performance set/props/ costumes/lights/etc are all available, transported, loaded in and struck, as needed
Provides any production support needed for educational programming
Health and Safety:
Working with the Technical Director to oversee production health and safety;
Receiving and approving risk assessments and production plans;
Signing off the stage before technical rehearsals;
Works with the Operations and Technical supervisors on Health and Safety;
Ensuring policy and procedures are up-to-date and adhered to
Artistic Engagement:
Broadens opportunities for theatre-makers;
Proactively encouraging involvement with the Theatre/educational programs/rentals/classes/events/ functions;
Encouraging innovative and unusual ideas;
Inspires a professional and ambitious approach to presenting high-quality theatre.
Company Management:
Transportation and Housing
Address the general needs of company members
Coordinate travel arrangements of company members
Procure housing for all company members
Manage any utility or other expenses associated
Manage the copying, distribution and collection of keys
Prepare in-kind donation forms or lease agreements, as necessary
Greet Company Members as they arrive, as determined
Organize all company events
Assist or take the lead in planning company meet & greets
Consists of arranging location, food, drinks, guest lists, transportation, other duties
Assist or take the lead in planning company post-show events/cast parties
Consists of arranging location, food, drinks, guest lists, transportation, other duties
Maintain and track Company Management and Housing Budgets
Contracts and Correspondence
Compile and maintain The SilCo’s Contact Sheet
Set up company email distribution lists
Prepare, mail, receive and distribute all contracts including AEA
Maintain and distribute The SilCo information and Employee Handbook
Collect and distribute to the appropriate departments all employment paperwork, measurement charts, bios, safety forms, etc
Prepare all contracts for seasonal, contractual and educational employees
Assistant to the Artistic Director
Order, distribute and collect scripts and scores
Auditions: write and release audition notices and book audition time slots
Auditions: Manage all arrangements of auditions
Attend weekly one-on-one meetings
Assists Business Manager/Bookkeeper in distributing payroll stubs to company members
Preparation of weekly payroll for seasonal, contractual and educational employees
Distribute company mail on a timely basis
Summary of Additional Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Scheduling of (but not limited to) the following:
Production Calendar
Artists Agreements
Rehearsal Spaces
Production Meetings
Performance Spaces
Transfers of rehearsals to main stages (and all duties tied)
Closeouts (Strike, Storage Space, reconciliation of payments/reimbursements/petty cash)
Works with Management Team to support day-to-day operation of The SilCo facilities
Assist in managing and overseeing all production aspects of events at multi-purpose performing arts facility
In coordination with TD, Manage personnel during load-in/load-out, rehearsals and performances
Manage Wardrobe personnel during rehearsal and performances in conjunction with Wardrobe Supervisor
Management of extensive list of vendor relationships, including contract maintenance, and licensing and permitting authorities
Manage and oversee hiring and staffing for all events and seasonal production staff (in coordination with Company Manager)
Assist in the development and implementation of venue guidelines, policies and procedures for delivery of services by the production department and other facility needs.
Participate in venue site visits and coordinate needs as required
Attend all relevant meetings, functions and discussions
Communicate regularly and provide other departments with production information
Other Duties:
Other duties assigned by Producing Artistic Director
General/Organizational: These competencies are to be demonstrated by everyone in employ at Theatre SilCo. They represent a standard of expectancy as it relates to the organizations core values.
Quality/Compliance: Achieving a standard of excellence with our work processes and outcomes, honoring the LDTC policies
Customer focus: Striving for the highest customer satisfaction, going out of our way to be helpful and pleasant, making it as easy as possible on the customer rather than our organization
Communication: Balancing listening and talking, speaking and writing clearly and accurately, keeping others informed
Collegiality: Being helpful, respectful, approachable and team oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Initiative: Taking ownership of our work, doing what is needed without being asked, following through
Efficiency: Planning ahead, managing time well, being on time, being cost conscious, thinking of better ways to do things
Coachability: Being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement
People management (for those with direct reports): Setting clear expectations, reviewing progress, providing feedback and guidance, holding people accountable
Disclaimer
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible jobresponsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description, and other duties, as assigned, might be part of the job. The Production Manager supervises the overall production and assists in making thefinancial decisions. Accurately accounting for expenditures is vital to staying within the production budget.
Required Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate will have experience in a professional theatre company setting as a Production Manager, Technical Director or Stage Manager. Candidate must possess exceptional organizational, written, and office administration. Superior skills inverbal communication, time management, and interpersonal skills a must. Other attributes must include confidentiality, collaboration, and being a team player. The successful candidate must minimally have a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or Theatre Production.
Familiarity with both Apple, Microsoft and Google operating systems.
Compensation:
$62,000 – $68,000 annually commensurate with experience
Full Health Benefits covered by Theatre SilCo, including Vision and Dental
FLEX PTO policy
Option to invest in IRA with Company Match
SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: chris@thesilco.org
The Arts Engagement Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination and day-to-day activities of the Dual Language Arts Program (English and Spanish) including but not limited to the after-school care program, Dual Language TYA Production, Youth Education Workshops, and Dual Language TYA Production School Tour for kindergarten through 12th grade youth. The Arts Engagement Manager plays a key role in the direction of the Dual Language Program and Youth Education Workshops as it pertains to quality, timeliness, and scheduling. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Coordinate the Dual Language After School Program for English Language and Spanish Language participants; Prepare classroom strategies and assistance with curriculum structure for Seasonal Teaching Artists to follow; Coordinate program rollout and communication plans for potential parents (English and Spanish speaking) and/or educators in reference to the program’s curriculum, cost and scholarship/reduced tuition opportunities; Consult with Artistic Leadership Director on bridge building strategies to engage the Latinx and Spanish speaking communities in Summit County, Colorado; Conduct interviews and auditions with Artistic Leadership Director for the Seasonal Teaching Artists; Collaborate with the Dual-Language Teaching Artists to prepare the daily curriculum for the program; Facilitate curriculum development during two-week Teaching Artist Training prior to program start and throughout the year; Communicate with and provide coaching support to Teaching Artists. Report progress of the program to the Artistic Leadership Director. Create and implement a Dual Language play for K-12 youth. Collaborate with commissioned playwrights for the purpose of creating and implementing the dual-language plays as well as providing updates to the Artistic Leadership Director regarding script development, directing and working with local schools to schedule audience attendance for performances; Preparing relevant instructional materials and support for pre-show and post show classroom analysis ; Assist marketing department in development and implementation of marketing ideas for the dual language program; Translate program documentation and marketing materials, for the dual language program and community outreach; Serve as an ambassador for the theatre in interviews and related public relations opportunities; Act as a substitute for seasonal teaching artists in the event of illness or absence; and Collaborate with Associate Artistic Director on class and play selection for Youth Education Workshops.
HOURS: 40 hours per week (9 am to 6 pm)
SALARY: $61,339.00 per year
REQUIREMENTS: Master of Arts in Drama, Theatre, or a closely related field plus one (1) year of experience in theatre/drama education including the direction of at least two (2) professional stage productions. Must be fluent in Spanish and English (read, write, and speak).
LOCATION: Silverthorne, CO
Mail Resumes To: The Lake Dillon Foundation for the Performing Arts, d/b/a Theatre SilCo460 Blue River Parkway Silverthorne CO, 80498
