Aurora Productions Inc
New York, NY
US

DESCRIPTION

Aurora Productions is a Production Management and Technical Supervision Company specializing in the Broadway, Off Broadway and touring theater productions. Since 1989, Aurora has supervised over 350 Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, associated tours, as well as international productions in London's West End, Europe and Australia.

Position Summary:

Aurora Productions is seeking Production Assistant to work with our team onsite during the load in and technical process of the tour of a highly acclaimed large Broadway musical. PA’s will gain firsthand Production Management experience from Aurora’s Production Managers, designers and crew members on a production.

Ideal candidates are highly organized and motivated, with familiarity of commercial theatre practice and procedure. Experience as a Production Manager, Technical Supervisor or Technical Director is required as is experience with a union work environment.

Dates: May 13 – June 9, 2024

Duties Include:
- Research, place, track, and distribute orders for our productions. Local travel required.
- Maintain Purchase Order database and code bills to appropriate budget lines.
- Maintain show files and production calendars.
- Support Production Managers in the theatre

Candidates should be organized, motivated and excited to adapt to the ever-changing tasks that come up during the course of the production period.

Qualifications:

· Previous experience in production, stage, and/or facilities management is required.

· Working understanding of the operations of Carpentry/Rigging; Automation; Lighting; Sound; Props; Costumes.

· Skilled in time management, communication, negotiation, and creative problem solving.

· Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility, and a “team player” sensibility.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.

· Must have a car and valid driver’s license and insurance.

Local Hire Only - Schenectady NY / Capital Region NY

Salary: $650 / 40 hours per week

Aurora Productions is committed to fostering diversity in the workplace. Please send cover letter, resume, and three references as attachments to [email protected]. Include “PA Search 2024” in the subject line.

DURATION

May 13, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024

SALARY

$650.00 – $650.00 per week

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