Theatre By The Sea 2026 Season
(Wakefield, RI)
Position Overview
Theatre By The Sea (TBTS) is seeking an Assistant Production Manager (APM) for its 2026 summer season. The APM works closely with the Production Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of a four-show musical season. This role assists with scheduling, budget, and receipt tracking, logistics, staffing coordination, communication, and day-to-day production operations across all departments.
This position is ideal for an organized, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced summer stock environment and enjoys collaborating with technical, artistic, and administrative teams to keep productions running smoothly.
Primary Responsibilities
Support the Production Manager in coordinating schedules, production calendars, and daily operations across all departments
Assist with tracking staffing needs, overhire requests, and crew coverage in collaboration with department heads
Assist with overseeing the budget and tracking receipts.
Serve as a point of contact for production staff regarding schedules, logistics, and day-to-day questions
Help coordinate load-ins, technical rehearsals, changeovers, and strikes
Assist with production meetings, notes distribution, and follow-up communication
Support housing, transportation, and travel logistics for production staff as needed
Help identify potential scheduling conflicts or workflow challenges and communicate them proactively
Maintain organized production paperwork, contact lists, and documentation throughout the season
Step in as on-site support during tech, rehearsals, and performances as needed
Qualifications
Prior experience in production management, assistant production management, stage management, or a related role in regional or summer stock theatre
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting schedules calmly and effectively
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative working style
Comfort working with production schedules, calendars, and shared documents
Ability to take initiative while also working within established systems
Familiarity with technical theatre workflows across scenic, lighting, audio, costumes, and stage management is a plus
Valid driver+rsquo;s license preferred
Schedule + Commitment
Full-season commitment required (including load out)
Positions are scheduled for 40 hours per week
Evening and weekend work required based on rehearsal, performance, and production schedules
Overtime is limited, requires prior approval, and is typically confined to technical rehearsal and changeover weeks
Compensation
Competitive weekly rate, commensurate with experience
Housing and travel assistance may be available
Equal Opportunity Statement
Theatre By The Sea is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse workforce. Applicants of all gender identities and members of BIPOC, AAPI, and LGBTQ+ communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
To Apply
Please submit a resume, a brief cover letter, and three references.
Please include Assistant Production Manager in the subject line.
