ASSOCIATE PRODUCTION MANAGER
Seasonal, Full-Time Exempt

Reports To: Director of Production and Operations
Start Date: May 4, 2026 (dates subject to slight change)
End Date: September 13, 2026 (dates subject to slight change)
Housing: Shared bedroom, shared kitchen, and bath in company housing
Compensation: $725/week, housing included
Hiring Schedule: Interviews will begin on or about January 19, 2026

Overview:
Weston Theater Company (WTC) is designed to be a collaborative organization; employees forge interdepartmental relationships and contribute to a positive and supportive workplace through teamwork, flexibility, and goal-oriented cooperation. The successful candidate will be passionate and engaged in their area of expertise and will also demonstrate a willingness to help other departments if needed to fulfill WTC+rsquo;s mission: to create theater to engage, entertain, and inspire our ever-expanding community.

Weston Theater Company is located in rural southern Vermont. Having an appreciation for nature and a quiet small-town vibe for the summer is essential. What we lack in population density, public transportation, and urban conveniences is offset by the beauty of 400,000 acres of national forests, lakes, quintessential general stores, and a caring community.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Production
Assist Director of Production and Operations to coordinate support for scenery, props, paints, electrics, costumes/wardrobe, sound, and projection for all schedule productions including Young Company Tour;
Work with Director of Production and Operations and Stage Management during pre-production to ensure rehearsal rooms are prepared and productions have all necessary resources;
Process, track, and submit production purchases, receipts, and purchase orders. Monitor and assist with budget management and receipt tracking for all production departments with Director of Production and Operations, and department heads;
Coordinate and attend all scheduled production meetings. Lead meetings as needed;
Serve as the designated Production Manager for the Young Company Tour;
Coordinate all production needs for Young Company Tour with department heads;
Organize design and production meetings for Young Company Tour;
Coordinate rehearsal/tech schedule and tour schedule with stage manager and hospitality team;
Help find and organize an appropriate rehearsal space for Young Company Tour;
Help ensure the safety of all WTC staff during load in and strike or tour production elements;
Track weather conditions for the tour locations to ensure safe performance conditions;
In conjunction with the Director of Production and Operations, serve as a liaison between production departments and designers, stage managers, and hospitality + logistics team;
In coordination with Director of Production and Operations, oversee implementation of WTC policies for production staff;
Assist with the scheduling of run crews;
Maintain production inventories in each production shop and office;
Assist with additional production duties as needed;
Assist in the upkeep, cleanup, and maintenance of work areas and equipment;
Provide support for special events and company projects, taking the lead when necessary.
Safety
In coordination with Director of Production and Operations oversee the safety of production staff and company members to make sure that all safety protocols are being followed;
Work with Production Assistants to upkeep first aid kits in all production spaces;
Uphold all safety standards on the Young Company Tour.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of professional production management practices;
Familiarity with basic industry safety practices in all shops, onstage, rigging, and during strikes;
Prior supervisory experience preferred;
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. safely with assistance;
Comfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, working in awkward, sometimes cramped spaces;
Consistent, collaborative, and positive work ethic under intense schedules and deadlines;
Ability to manage multiple, overlapping productions, projects, and personalities with grace;
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills;
Familiarity using computer programs and spreadsheets, including Office 365 and Google;
Valid driver's license with clean driving record;
Must be comfortable driving company cargo van;
Ability to work long, irregular hours that at times include nights and weekends;
Ability to thrive in a rural area with limited cell phone reception.
Located in rural Vermont, driving duties and commutes may vary so while a personal car is not required, having one is strongly advised.

Weston Theater Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applicants from historically marginalized communities. WTC recognizes that historic institutional practices have led to an exclusionary and harmful environment for members of these communities, and is actively working to become a more diverse, anti-racist, inclusive organization. We acknowledge and welcome the complexity of the work ahead.

Full vaccinations for staff, creative team, and artists are mandatory for employment, as is adherence to all COVID-19 safety protocols. Proof of vaccination will be required upon first day of work.

To apply, send cover letter, resume, and three references to hiring@westontheater.org. Please put +ldquo;Associate Production Manager+rdquo; in the subject line.