Employment

Title: Production Manager
Reports to: Chief Artistic Planning Officer
Status: Full-time / Regular / Non-Exempt
Salary: $50,000 to $70,000

Position Summary: The Los Angeles Master Chorale, a resident company of The Music Center of Los Angeles, seeks a motivaed individual to serve as Production Manager (PM). This position provides direct support to the Artistic Director, Associate Artistic Director, Chief Artistic Planning Officer (CAPO), Director of Production (DP) and the Senior Production Manager (SPM). The PM will work in tandem with the DP and SPM to manage the Music Library and coordinate logistics for rehearsals and performances. This position requires exceptinally high degrees of confidence, tact and attention to detail. Because the position functions in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment, the successful candidate must have an ability to nimbly multi-task and set priorities in a manner that advances the Master Chorale's interests.

About The Organization: The Los Angeles Master Chorale is widely recognized as a leading professional choir in the United States and a vibrant cultural treasure. Hailed for its powerful performances, technical precision, and artistic daring, the Master Chorale is led by Grant Gershon, Kiki & David Gindler Artistic Director; Associate Artistic Director Jenny Wong; and President & CEO Jean Davidson. Its Swan Family Artist-in-Residence is Reena Esmail.

The Chorale is a founding resident company of The Music Center and choir-in-residence at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Chorister positions are highly sought after, and the fully professional choir is a diverse and vocally dynamic group. The Chorale reaches over 175,000 people a year through its concert series at Walt Disney Concert Hall, its international touring of innovative works, and its performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and others.

Committed to increasing representation in the choral repertoire, the Chorale announced in 2020 that it will reserve at least 50% of each future season for works by composers from historically excluded or underrepresented groups in classical music. That commitment to inclusion is a value that runs through the entire organization, whose recently ratified five-year plan commits to improving representation at the staff and board levels, continuing to build a more diverse roster of singers, and reaching a wider audience than ever through its concerts and education programs.

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Responsibilities, Essential Duties and Functions:

Production Duties:

• Work with DP and SPM to coordinate the following:
  • Off-site and on-stage rehearsals for specific services
  • Backstage concert duties in connection with performances at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Hollywood Bowl, and other performance venues
  • All parking needs
  • Production needs for third-party engagements and Advancement events.
  • COVID-19 protocols for choristers and backstage personnel
  • Chorister contracts
    • Create and send chorister contracts for mainstage and 3rd Party engagements
    • Track completed chorister contracts
  • Guest artist needs, including dressing rooms, travel, and parking
  • Music licensing for concerts and media
  • Assist SPM with annual audition process
  • Other duties, as assigned

Music Library:

• Manage music library database and single score library
• Manage off-site music library
• Manage score preparation, distribution and return processes with choristers
• Prep and track music score loans

Requirements:

• Will need to be able to read music scores
• May be required to lift up to 30 pounds
• Will be required to work select evenings and weekends; flexible schedule provided
• Will need to drive to off-site locations, and may be required to transport production related supplies and materials to off-site locations
• Valid Driver's License and use of automobile

Key Qualifications:

• Choral background a plus
• Highly organized and able to set priorities
• Attention to detail
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort working with team members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Video and audio editing experience a plus
• Exceptionally high degree of professionalism, confidence and tact
• A passion for the mission and aspirations of the Master Chorale
   

Compensation: A competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and benefits will be provided.

How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter specifying how your experience relates to this positin with the Los Angeles Master Chorale and a current resume. Please upload documents in .pdf or .doc format.

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Or you may submit by mail:
Los Angeles Master Chorale
135 N. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012

No phone calls please.

Workplace Safety Requirements: This Los Angeles Master Chorale requires all employees to be fully vaccinated, including booster shots. Employment will require in-person interaction with employees, funders, and patrons. Employees and patrons are required to wear personal protection equipment (PPP) in accordance with current Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols. Candidates must agree to comply at all times with the Los Angeles Master Chorale’s COVID-19 prevention protocols. The Los Angeles Master Chorale currently operates in a hybrid remote model; employees are required to attend concerts and some in-person meetings. Candidates should live in the Los Angeles area or be willing to relocate.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Los Angeles Master Chorale provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Los Angeles Master Chorale complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.