Associate Producer

Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30; some evenings and weekends

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

PlayMakers Repertory Company ( PRC) is the premier professional theatre company of North Carolina, serving as a working laboratory for the Department of Dramatic Art and as a nationally recognized cultural destination for UNC and the entire southeast region. PlayMakers Repertory Company strives to produce entertaining, relevant, and courageous work that tells stories from and for a multiplicity of perspectives and creates transformational impact in our immediate and extended communities. PRC manages the planning and oversight of a 3.1 million dollar professional and educational theatre operation. This unit has a staff of about 120, which includes approximately 27 employees, 60 independent contractors, 30 work-study students, and up to 100 volunteers. Approximately 16 of these employees are seasonal employees, requiring new contracts and university personnel paperwork for each season. This unit is responsible for creating significant professional artistic programming, student and community engagement activities, and attendant fundraising endeavors. The unit functions as a program of the Department of Dramatic Art. Employees of the unit are essentially employees of the department, and the unit's budget falls under the department's budget.

The Associate Producer's primary responsibilities are to provide creative analysis, managing and execution the artistic vision for all PRC shows, ensuring that the work performed is executed professionally and efficiently under the direction of the Associate Artistic Director ( AAD) and the Producing Artistic Director ( PAD). The Associate Producer is the principal artist that collaborates with each PRC director to realize the production's vision/concept in partnership with the PRC staff and guest artists. The position will provide line producing support as project manager for each PRC production and other projects as assigned by the PAD. The Associate Producer will oversee all casting efforts for the theatre in collaboration with the theatre's casting office in New York as well as with the resident company of actors, undergraduates, and artists in the wider region. The Associate Producer will also oversee education programming alongside the Director of Education and Engagement.

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Prior experience in professional theatre with a specialization in arts administration or producing. Must have working knowledge of theatre production, dramaturgy, casting and budget management. This position requires the ability to successfully balance competing priorities, collaborate with other theatre artists, strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, coordination and organizational skills, critical thinking and interpretive skills. Demonstrated ability to work well with varied artistic and administrative staff. Strong computer skills are essential, including sound technology software, with demonstrated proficiency in Excel and Word and Outlook.

Experience as an associate producer or other artistic support. Experience working in higher education which includes management of diverse staff, guests, faculty, graduate and undergraduate students.

Not Applicable.

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.