Production Manager
Auckland Theatre Company is looking for an experienced Production Manager to join our team and help bring exceptional theatre to life. You'll work at the heart of our productions: collaborating with creative teams, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring every show is delivered safely, on time and to an exemplary standard.
Working within a production team of three, reporting to the Director of Production and collaborating closely with designers, venue staff, and suppliers.
Based between ATC's Dominion Road rehearsal studios, the ASB Waterfront Theatre and other venues from time to time, you will oversee all production elements (set, lighting, costume, sound, projection) from pre-production planning through to post-production.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing all aspects of production, from planning to delivery – juggling a complex workload across multiple concurrent shows.
- Developing and managing production budgets, with accurate financial forecasting, monitoring and reporting.
- Creating and maintaining production schedules, ensuring all deadlines are met.
- Implementing health and safety protocols across all production activities.
- Fostering clear communication between creative teams, crews, and suppliers.
What we’re looking for:
- At least six years' experience in theatre/live entertainment or events, in a technical/production leadership role.
- Proven experience as a Production Manager in a performing arts or theatre setting.
- Strong budgeting, financial management, and project planning capabilities.
- Sound technical knowledge of theatre production across all design disciplines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – a natural collaborator who thrives under pressure.
- Ability to delegate, manage complexity, and deliver multiple projects concurrently.
How to apply:
If you are an experienced Production Manager who has worked in the live performing arts industry, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your cover letter, CV and references to Director of Artistic Operations & Deputy CEO Anna Cameron anna@atc.co.nz with the subject line “Production Manager Application – [Your Name]”.
If you want to talk about the role and explore the opportunity further before you apply, please email anna@atc.co.nz to set up a kōrero.
Deadline for applications: Friday 10 July 2026, 5pm
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we are scheduling interviews on a rolling basis.
Please visit https://www.atc.co.nz/about-us/work-with-us for a job description.
