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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $147,537.60 - $183,639.36
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Job Description
The City of La Mirada is a vibrant community known for its commitment to cultural enrichment and quality of life for its residents. At the heart of this commitment is the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, a premier cultural venue that hosts a wide range of performances including plays, musicals, concerts, and special events. The theatre serves as a hub for artistic expression and community engagement, attracting both local and regional audiences. Managed by the city government, this establishment emphasizes the importance of arts in fostering community spirit and offering educational opportunities through various programs for young audiences... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in theatre management, arts administration, performing arts, or related field
- Minimum of five years experience in theatre or arts management with at least two years in a leadership capacity
- Proficient in budget preparation and financial oversight
- Experience negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships
- Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise staff
- Strong knowledge of marketing strategies and public relations
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required
- Must pass city pre-employment screening including live scan fingerprinting and medical examination
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in theatre management, arts administration, performing arts, or a related field
- Significant experience in theatre or arts management preferably in a leadership role
- Strong financial management skills including budgeting and contract negotiation
- Excellent organizational and leadership abilities
- Proven experience in marketing and public relations within the arts sector
- Ability to develop and maintain positive community relations and partnerships
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
Job Duties
- Plan and oversee the presentation of plays, musicals, concerts, special events, readings, programs for young audiences, and productions by resident groups
- Plan, organize, and manage all aspects of theatre operations including front of house, backstage, maintenance, and box office operations
- Prepare and monitor the Theatre Department budget
- authorize purchases
- determine rental fees, artist fees and ticket prices
- prepare and submit income and expense reports
- Select, train, supervise, and evaluate Theatre Department staff
- Ensure that the physical condition of the Theatre and Rehearsal Hall are kept in good repair
- Develop goals, objectives, and priorities for the Theatre Department and make appropriate recommendations to the City Manager
- Negotiate contracts with producers and agents for professional productions and concerts
- Oversee the selection, monitor the operations, and evaluate the effectiveness of the Theatre's contracted vendors, including the concessionaire, press representative, marketing consultant, merchandise provider, and theatrical production company
- Supervise all marketing strategies as well as press releases, season brochures, social media posts, print ads and radio spots
- Serve as staff advisor to Friends of the La Mirada Theatre, the La Mirada Theatre Historians, and La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts Foundation
- Oversee the creation, staffing, and execution of education classes for children, teens, and adults
- Attend related professional functions, production meetings, conferences and rehearsals, and moderate the opening night talk-back
- Develop and administer Theatre Department policies and procedures
- Adhere to City and Theatre Department policies and procedures
- perform related work duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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