HITS Theatre, located in Houston Heights, is a leading children's performing arts organization in Houston offering comprehensive musical theatre training for grades K-12. Founded in 1980 as a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation by Carolyn Franklin, HITS Theatre provides arts programming to over 1,200 students annually. The organization aims to instill critical skills like teamwork, creativity, and communication in students for success on and off the stage.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Director of Production and Facility at HITS Theatre in Houston, TX. The Director of Production & Facility is responsible for overseeing the production operations and facility management for HITS Theatre and off-site facilities. They will ensure efficient production processes, maintain high-quality standards, and manage the overall maintenance and safety of the facilities. This role serves on the Leadership Team, reporting to the Executive Director, and collaborates with the Education, Advancement, and Finance departments to ensure classes, backstage operations, rentals, and special events run smoothly, are appropriately staffed, and within budget.
This position is responsible for securing and facilitating rentals (Space or Equipment), maintaining facility permits and contracts.
Soft Skills • Strong leadership and team management abilities • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Problem-solving and decision-making skills • Organizational and time management skills • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Core Responsibilities • Develop and implement production strategies to optimize efficiency and productivity • Manage and coordinate production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of technical elements (costumes, props, lights, sound, video, stage management) • Oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and improvements • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and implement appropriate measures • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve overall operations • Recruit and hire skilled technical artists and work with volunteers to complete organizational goals • Develop an annual production and facility budget in collaboration with E.D. and Leadership
Physical Requirements • Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods • Manual dexterity for operating equipment and tools • Ability to lift up to 30+ pounds • Ability to speak and communicate to workers and volunteers to perform tasks
Education Requirements
Bachelors
Supervisory Responsibilities • Lead and manage a team of production staff and facility maintenance personnel including approving schedules and timesheets • Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations to team members • Delegate tasks and responsibilities to ensure smooth workflow • Serve on the Leadership Team and submit weekly reports including tracked data, workflow and personnel updates • Coordinate production meetings & collaborate with production & design teams to meet deadlines and budgets
Employee Type
Full-time, Salary
Employment Type
W2 Employee
Physical Ability
Able to lift up to 30 pounds
Working Schedule • Day Shifts • Evening Shifts • Overnight Shifts • Weekends
Years Experience
5-7 years
Travel Requirements
10%
Salary
$55,000 annually with guaranteed 3% increase in April with the potential for performance-based bonuses
Benefits Available
100% Medical insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision Insurance