IAMA Theatre Company
ABOUT THE COMPANY
IAMA THEATRE COMPANY is an award-winning, Los Angeles-based ensemble of artists
committed to cultivating new voices, creating new works that push boundaries and take risks,
and building an inclusive community that inspires and supports a new generation of theatremakers and audiences. Designated by Playbill as one of “20 regional houses every theatre lover
must know,” IAMA develops and produces new plays and musicals by emerging and established
playwrights, including over 40 World, West Coast, and Los Angeles premieres. Current and
upcoming Broadway productions that first started at IAMA include Max Wolf Friedlich’s JOB
and Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE. Plays generated at IAMA have also gone on to
productions Off-Broadway, including at Second Stage and Playwrights Horizons, and continue
to be performed regionally and internationally. Since 2007, IAMA has modeled change and
possibility for the American theatre by championing a diverse and robust Los Angeles theatre
landscape, sharing our ensemble driven ethos in partnership with other like-minded theatres, and
challenging our audiences with an authentic experience that reflects our complex modern world.
Learn more at www.iamatheatre.com.
Production Manager Position Summary: The Production Manager is a key member of IAMA
Theatre Company’s production team. This role is essential to upholding IAMA’s reputation for
producing high-quality, artist-driven work by ensuring that every production runs smoothly,
safely, and within budget. We are looking for a collaborative, solution-oriented individual who
thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about the theatre. Reporting to and working
in close collaboration with the Producing Director, the Production Manager oversees all
technical and logistical aspects of main stage and workshop productions, readings, and
workshops throughout the 2025–2026 season.
Key Responsibilities
Main Stage and Workshop Productions:
● Production Coordination:
○ Facilitate clear communication throughout the production process and act as a
liaison between directors, designers, stage managers, and other production staff.
○ Lead weekly production meetings during pre-production and rehearsals, and
nightly meetings during technical rehearsals and previews.
○ Be available and present for load-in, tech, previews, strike, and select
performance dates.
○ Maintain a safe work environment at all times and promptly address safety
hazards with appropriate personnel.
● Scheduling:
○ Develop and administer the production calendar from pre-production through
strike, and scheduling weekly production meetings, designer/director meetings,
design deadlines, and load-in, tech, and strike schedules.
○ Lead the hiring of any crew and coordinate work calls as needed.
○ Coordinate and oversee site visits to the venue and storage facilities with
designers, as needed.
○ Pickup and return all purchases and rentals, as well as any requested items from
storage facilities (props, costumes, set pieces, etc.)
○ Organize and execute the sale or disposal of items in anticipation of strike.
● Budgeting:
○ Collaborate with the Producing Director to plan and track production budgets.
○ Work closely with designers to align creative vision with financial constraints.
○ Ensure all production elements are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
● On-Site Presence:
○ The Production Manager must be physically present in the theatre for load-in,
tech, previews, and strike.
○ A representative from the IAMA leadership team or the Production Manager must
be present for performances. Schedule to be set with IAMA leadership during preproduction.
New Works Festival, Emerging Playwrights Lab Readings, and other readings and
workshops:
○ Ensure general lighting and audio systems are fully operational and address any
issues before the first rehearsal.
○ Meet with stage managers to review tech protocols.
○ Coordinate and oversee site visits to the venue and storage facilities as needed.
Additional Responsibilities
● General Operations:
○ Maintain rehearsal and performance venue details and theatrical inventory.
○ Oversee organization and maintenance of storage facilities.
○ Support productions with hands-on projects as necessary.
○ Provide tech support as needed and assist with conversion from rehearsal to
performance venue for IAMA’s 50 seat space.
● Team Communication & Supervision:
○ Attend weekly meetings with the IAMA Producing Director.
○ Attend monthly IAMA administrative team meeting (1 hour.)
○ Supervise the Technical Director and ensure strong communication between the
Technical Director and the design team.
● Code of Conduct:
○ The Production Manager must read, understand and adhere to IAMA’s code of
conduct (provided separately).
Preferred Skills & Qualities
● Excellent organizational and time management skills.
● Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
● Solid experience with technical theatre practices and equipment and scheduling.
● Commitment to safe and healthy work environments.
● Creative problem solving and collaborative mindset – investigates problems and works
towards solutions.
● Valid driver’s license.
Salary: The position is currently part time; salary is $1,625.00 per month.
Benefits: Workers Comp
Education requirements: None.
Deadline to apply: July 20, 2025
Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter, references
How to apply: Send a resume and cover letter explaining why you are the best person for this job to apply@iamatheatre.com.
IAMA Theatre Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, color, ancestry, disability, age, national origin, pregnancy, veteran/military status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law. IAMA Theatre Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. IAMA Theatre Company supports, promotes and embraces a diverse workforce.