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Production Stage Manager

University of Arizona
life insurance, vision insurance, sick time
United States, Arizona, Tucson
Aug 13, 2026
Production Stage Manager
Posting Number req26772
Department Sch Theatre Film & Television
Department Website Link https://tftv.arizona.edu/
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film, and Television is seeking a 9-month/Academic, full-time, production manager/rental manager (Production Specialist I). The person in this position will serve as production manager for a 3-5 show season. Duties include scheduling, royalty negotiations, responsibility for the production budget, as well as coordinating screening schedules and serving as tech support for film programs as needed. This position also manages all facility rentals for our theatres and classrooms. The production manager will coordinate scheduling, contracts, and budgets for school events, screenings and outside request[CK1.1]s.

Will require occasional evening/weekends - a Flex Schedule may be incorporated.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Creates and oversees the budgets
    for the individual shows within the TFTV Performance Season
  • Manages all paperwork for guest
    directors, designers, etc. and communicates with the College business
    office
  • Manages the master calendar and
    schedules for the TFTV Performance season (rehearsals, performances, tech
    schedules-load-in, strike, etc.)
  • Supervises technical teams (scenic,
    costumes, lighting, props, sound) to make sure all departments are staying
    on schedule and within their respective budgets
  • Attends and supervises all
    technical rehearsals to troubleshoot any issues
  • Organizes and runs production
    meetings for individual performances
  • Acts as a central hub between
    designers, directors and crews
  • Works with various rental houses to
    obtain the rights to productions and secures contracts, royalty payments,
    etc.
  • Manages rentals from both the
    university, as well as non-university customers in the Marroney Theatre
    and Tornabene Theatre
  • Negotiates contracts and provides
    all paperwork for rentals
  • Coordinating film screenings and
    provides tech support for film events

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong
    professional written communication skills.
  • Well
    organized with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability
    to communicate effectively with different groups and individuals.
  • Ability
    to manage competing priorities and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to occasionally work out of hours.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's
    degree in production management, stage management, or related field; or equivalent
    advanced learning attained through professional experience
  • 2 years of relevant work experience in theater
    production and/or management
Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in a Higher Education setting.
  • Strong organizational, financial management, and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated experience with professional stage productions.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, designers, directors, and administrators
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Academic
Job Category Arts and Creative Services
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $37,752 - $47,190
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade 4
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level PC1
Job Family Show Production & Admin
Job Function Arts & Creative Services
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Justine Collins,

Jcollins@arizona.edu
Open Date 8/12/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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