From curtain rise to final applause, this position keeps everything running smoothly. Join our Performing Arts Center and play a key role in delivering exceptional live events. The Town of Garner is seeking a dynamic Performing Arts Center Supervisor to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of shows, events, and rentals that delight audiences and artists alike. The manager provides strong leadership by supervising front of house and technical production, staff, negotiating contracts, and engaging with the community to enhance the performing arts program and build long-term support. Success in this position requires strategic planning and data analysis to assess program performance, inform future programming offerings, and align operations with municipal goals. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the vitality of the community through arts and culture programs.
Examples of Duties:
- Oversees and ensures all logistical and technical support for events and productions held at the facility; communicates with outside touring companies to coordinate technical needs for shows.
- Supervises all load-ins and load-outs; oversees the set up and break down of equipment; provides technical support to clients.
- Hires, trains, and supervises contract and temporary technical and event staff supporting auditorium events.
- Reviews and negotiates technical riders with outside touring companies; executes contract and technical rider requirements.
- Serves as primary contact for auditorium rentals; provides facility tours and cost estimates explains policies; discusses and plans for event logistics; documents details and shares with supporting staff.
- Prepares invoices and rental agreements; completes rental contracts; prepares invoices; prepares and monitors revenue and expenses; prepares daily cash and check deposits.
- Oversees general maintenance of the facilities; completes work orders for necessary maintenance; coordinates equipment and facility maintenance and repairs; keeps maintenance records.
- Develops event timeline; schedules ticketing information; constructs shows in the eTix software ticketing system; oversees box office operations and ticket sales.
- Manages performing arts center website and social media contents; collaborates with department Marketing Coordinator to ensure consistency with department standards.
- Develops publicity and promotional materials for programs and events; designs signage to advertise outside of performing arts center.
- Purchases facility equipment and supplies following established Town purchasing procedures and budgetary guidelines; stocks concession supplies.
- Coordinates the regular rotation of art exhibits in the center lobby.
- Compiles, prepares and maintains a variety of data, records, files and reports including usage, sales, revenues, audience demographics and other reports as requested.
- Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must:
- Have an Associate degree in technical theater arts or a combination of related experience equivalent to an Associate degree
- Have experience in technical theater management and live production
- Have a valid driver’s license in the state of North Carolina
- Have a CPR and/or First Aid certification or be able to obtain within 6 months
Additional Information:
The salary range shown is the hiring range. The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s skills and qualifications.
This position frequently requires work on nights, weekends, and some holidays to support programs and special events. The normal work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with standard hours from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturdays.
Initial interviews may be conducted before the application deadline.
Equal Opportunity Employer