Operations & Production Manager

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

WORKS WITH/ASSISTS: All SoNA staff members, venue managers, and production teams, contractors

Symphony of Northwest Arkansas (SoNA) is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and skilled individual to join our team as Operations & Production Manager. The ideal candidate will: have experience in live music production (preferably orchestral); be comfortable with basic live sound and lighting systems; possess strong organizational skills; be an efficient and effective communicator; be able to solve logistical issues quickly with a calm demeanor; have experience in office administration and familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Drive software products. 

Administrative hours are flexible, some nights and weekends are required for rehearsals, performances, and special events. This is a part-time position with an expectation of 25 to 30 hours weekly, with a salary range of $37,500 to $40,000.  Applications should send a resume and cover letter to info@sonamusic.org.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Concert Production and Operations

• Plan and administer all concert production logistics for orchestra concerts and SoNA Beyond events

• Schedule facilities/venues for rehearsals, and coordinate operations and production logistics with appropriate SoNA staff, venue production staff, and contractors

• Manage SoNA-owned equipment, and arrange and supervise transportation of equipment

• Draft stage plots and manage orchestra setup for rehearsals and concerts

• Attend and manage all rehearsals and concerts in coordination with Music Director, Music Librarian, Personnel Manager, guest artist contracts, venue production staff, operations staff, contract labor, etc.

• Assist musicians with load-in and setup when needed

• When applicable, manage/supervise lighting and projection cues; setup and run PA systems when needed for smaller events

• Manage and coordinate arrangements for guest artist travel, accommodations, and hospitality

• Create, coordinate, and distribute all production schedules and concert advances in a timely manner

• Organize and produce all orchestra fee engagements, runout concerts, and special projects

• Serve as liaison to venues for logistical and production needs

• Assist Chorus Manager with booking rehearsal spaces, setup and logistics for rehearsals and performances involving choir

• Create basic printed programs for small ensemble performances
  

Administrative Responsibilities/Assistance     

• Assist Development Manager with large mailings (event invitations, annual appeals, etc.) and special donor correspondence

• Assist Personnel Manager with logistical communications to musicians

• Consult with Music Librarian and principal musicians on logistical needs for concerts based on repertoire

• Consult with Music Director on stage setup, lighting, projection, and any other special considerations for performances

• Keep up with receipts for expenses related to production and relay to Accountant

• Other duties as assigned and assisting staff with miscellaneous tasks