Production Coordinator (On-Call)
CATEGORY: Other
New York City Ballet
New York, NY
US
Job Details
DESCRIPTION
New York City Ballet is one of the foremost dance companies in the world, with a roster of spectacular dancers and an unparalleled repertory. Founded in 1948 by George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, New York City Ballet quickly became world-renowned for its athletic and contemporary style. Widely acknowledged for its enduring contributions to dance, New York City Ballet is committed to promoting creative excellence and nurturing a new generation of dancers and choreographers. The School of American Ballet is the official training academy of the New York City Ballet.Reporting to the Assistant Director, DHKT Production, the Production Coordinator is responsible for implementing and maintaining technical supervision and production management during events at the David H. Koch Theater. This work will primarily consist of collaborating with key stakeholders during the coverage of the event timeline (i.e., load-in / main event / load-out), providing production oversight as required, helping to support the objectives established by the Assistant Director, DHKT Production, actively adapting practices to balance client / guest primacy, event and venue operations, and institutional mission. This is an hourly, on-call position that plays a vital role in implementing strategy and logistics across the event operatives, supporting the event leads, and spearheading initiatives to maintain the venue’s overall engagement.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide onsite production support for load ins, load outs, and events.
- Coordinate with the Assistant Director of Production and Technical Director on schedule and labor impacts as the day develops.
- Review and supervise implementation of stage plans, plots, production schedules, and equipment lists.
- Communicate event needs and updates with DHKT staff via Teams.
- Direct and supervise the DHKT IATSE crew(s) and ensure adherence to all work rules and house policies.
- Liaise with the client’s production and vendor teams for any event needs as they arise.
- Collaborate with FOH / Venue Operations team for any security or porter needs.
Minimum Requirements:
- Requires a high school diploma or GED
- At least 2-5 years of verifiable, professional technical and production management experience
- Knowledge of rigging, carpentry, theatrical lighting, theatrical systems, lifts, and temporary structures
- Familiarity with the work and techniques of construction and trade unions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to communicate clearly and consistently with clients and colleagues both verbally and in writing
Work Environment
The Production Coordinator works in a high-capacity, fast-paced theatrical venue, moving between active stage/backstage areas during load-ins and professional front-of-house spaces for client liaison. The role involves exposure to industrial conditions—including noise, rigging, and heavy equipment—alongside administrative duties in a production office.
Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where schedules are subject to change based on production and event requirements.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the minimum requirements of this position:
- Candidates must be comfortable with the physical demands of standing for 8–12 hour shifts and navigating a large-scale facility during irregular on-call hours (early mornings, nights, and weekends).
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is an on-call, non-exempt position. Work hours vary according to the event schedule and may include early mornings, nights, and weekends, holidays, and other scheduled work periods as necessary.
Other Duties
Please note that 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 job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement
New York City Ballet is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military status or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, unemployment status, familial status, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
New York City Ballet, one of the foremost ballet companies in the world, pursues the highest levels of artistic excellence and innovation. Therefore, we seek to attract, retain, and cultivate the most talented dancers, musicians, designers, stage technicians, and arts administrators. To this end, we are deeply committed to creating and sustaining an organizational culture that values and reflects inclusion, equity and access for all. We are inspired by our founders, George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, who envisioned an authentically American expression of ballet with a company that reflects the rich cultural diversity of this nation. In pursuit of their vision, we are committed to all by educating, developing, and supporting an organization that welcomes and amplifies the voices and lived experiences of everyone.
SALARY
$50.00 – $50.00 per hour