Production Manager
DESCRIPTION
Department: PRODUCTION
Location: SEATTLE, WA
FLSA Status: HOURLY, NON-EXEMPT
Position Status: REGULAR, FULL TIME
Position Location: 100% ONSITE, limited local remote as approved
Wage: $33.65 PER HOUR, plus approximately 120-150 hours per year paid at 1.5 overtime rate
Reports to: DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION
Start Date: October 2026
POSITION SUMMARY
The Production Manager is responsible for supporting all technical and production aspects of Seattle Opera programming and events. The employee is responsible for the scheduling and resourcing of internal and external events at the Seattle Opera Center, providing administrative support throughout the production process, and coordinating the financial deliverables for the department. This position will coordinate payroll and scheduling for I.AT.S.E. crew members. The Production Manager will also coordinate safety protocols and equipment with stagehands, costumes & wardrobe, hair & make-up, and stage management employees as outlined in their CBAs. This position has a focus on professional courtesy, collaboration, timeliness, innovation, and respect for the creative process and its participants while maintaining the highest standard of excellence throughout all phases of production.
Desired Start Date: October 5, 2026
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $34 - $34 Hourly
Seattle Opera provides a generous benefits package which currently includes:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Life, Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance
- Employee-funded 403(b) Savings Plan
- 80 hours of vacation time (first year accrual)
- Paid holidays plus 3 personal days per year
- Sick time per the Seattle Safe and Sick Time Ordinance
- Choice of fully funded transit pass, or 50% funded, special rate parking pass
- Staff ticket comps and class discounts
HOW TO APPLY
To Apply: All applications must be submitted using the UKG portal. Production Manager
Click on the green “Apply” button at the top right of the landing page. Your application should include both a resume and a cover letter.
The application deadline is September 18, 2026.
When you submit your application, you will receive an automated message noting your materials have been received. Unfortunately, we cannot respond to all applicants due to the high volume of resumes submitted. No phone calls, please.
Application Deadline: September 18, 2026
Application Email/Link: secure7.saashr.com/ta/6210688.careers?ShowJob=621281226