Little Island
New York , NY
US
Melanie Dorsey
Assistant Production Manager
Little Island is home to three unique outdoor spaces for social gathering and live performance. We seek three (3) Assistant Production Managers to work alongside the Production Manager, Associate Production Manager, and the Artistic Programming Department in support of planning and execution of Little Island’s artistic season. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver with xcellent project management skills. Candidates with experience supporting a wide variety of artistic disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply. This position reports to the Production Manager.
What You’ll Do
· Serve as the Production Department’s on-site representative during site visits, load-ins, work calls, andperformances, including evenings and weekends. This includes:
- Supervising stagehand activity andensuring compliance with Little Island’s work rules.
- Coordinating production operations with Little Island’s Operations team.
- Communicating the impact of real-time weather and technical developments to artists and other members of the Artistic Programming team.
· Lead production purchasing and sourcing efforts by:
- Researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services.
- Monitoring and maintaining inventory levels.
- Tracking and reconciling expenses, including processing invoices and credit card charges.
- Traveling offsite for same-day purchase needs as required.
· Collaborate with stagehands to ensure backstage areas are organized and well-maintained
· Supervise rehearsal room setup and strike activity, including the transportation of production materials and equipment between Little Island and off-site rehearsal spaces
· Update the season calendar and production schedule using scheduling and project management software, in collaboration with the Artistic Programming Department.
· Facilitate clearn communication within the Production Department, ensuring timely completion of vendor communications, stagehand onboarding, and routine administrative tasks.
· Implement and monitor safety protocols in collaboration with the Production Manager and Associate Production Manager.
· Implement and execute department processes and procedures related to transportation and reimbursement.
· Participate in the daily operations of all performance spaces during programming, providing direction and hands-on support during rehearsals, load-ins/outs, equipment operation, emergencies, and maintenance activities as needed.
· Take on other tasks related to the park and its operations, as assigned by the Production Manager.
Feb 10, 2025 - Oct 17, 2025
$1,300.00 – $1,300.00 per week
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