Senior Manager of Artistic Operations

Department: Artistic Operations & Meet the Music

Reports to: General Manager & Director of Artistic Planning

Direct Reports: Stage Manager, Stage Hands, Parking Attendants

Status: Full Time Exempt / Salary Range: $68,500 – $75,000.

The Senior Manager of Artistic Operations is a key team member who works closely with the General Manager and collaborates cross departmentally. This role supports LACO’s performance operations by advancing logistics for venues and artistic personnel. This position regularly engages with Music Director, guest artists and their agencies, venue personnel and stage labor, musicians, and staff. A background in concert or theatrical production, a high degree of professionalism, and a knack for detail is essential to be successful in this position. This position frequently works nights and weekends.

Preference will be given to applicants who meet the following criteria:

· Minimum of three years of experience in concert production

· Team leadership and stage management experience

· Background in music, theatre, or dance

· Familiarity with AFM and IATSE

· Ability to lift 50 lbs

· Comfortable working with high profile talent and demanding personalities

· Experience drafting and negotiating contracts

· Based in or around Los Angeles, CA, USA

· Valid driver’s license

Please send a resume and brief statement of interest to rickydeanmcwain@laco.org. Application priority deadline is October 7, 2024.

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, and we actively engage in organizational reforms toward creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We will not discriminate and will enact measures against discrimination based on race, color, gender expression/identity, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, criminal conviction, or sexual orientation.

Scope and Responsibilities

Ensure a safe and professional environment for musicians at all services in compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreement
Manage concert production workflow
Report preparation and monitoring of expenses
Technical schedules and stage plots
Staffing
Instrument Rental and Cartage
Supervise Run of Show
Oversee all artist services
Contracts, Riders, and Itineraries
Travel, Hospitality, and Payment
Manage venue rentals
Site visits and quotes
Advance rentals
Coordinate and manage any/all concert related parking needs of artists and staff
Day of service requirements
First arrival, guarantee venue readiness
Receive equipment deliveries
Ensure Keyboard Tunings are timely and well ahead of downbeat
Supervise load out, guarantee venue is returned as found
Manage all technical, audiovisual, and multimedia vendors
Manage pre and post-production timelines

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