Producer for Arena Stage's 75th Anniversary Season Job at Arena Stage in Wa

Arena Stage is hiring for a Producer for our 75th Anniversary Season! (This is an 18 month contracted position)

Position Overview: The 75th Anniversary Season Producer will join Arena Stage's Artistic
Team to lead the curation of events celebrating Arena's history, present, and future during the 2025/26 season. This role will work specifically with Arena's Artistic and Community Engagement teams to plan programmatic events that catalyze and galvanize Arena's 75th anniversary, both regionally and nationally, in conversation with Arena's legacy and its founding ideals. They are responsible for conducting thorough research into Arena's archives, contracting and booking speakers and panelists, and coordinating with all departments to seamlessly
integrate events into the 2025/26 season. This role requires artistic vision, a seasoned curatorial eye, organizational skills, and effective communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead Producer for 75th Anniversary Special Events:

• Oversee all aspects of event production, from initial planning stages to execution
  and post-event evaluations.
• Identify and reach out to potential speakers and panelists who align with the
  vision and themes of the Anniversary celebrations.
• Develop detailed event timelines, budgets, and production schedules, ensuring
  adherence to deadlines and financial constraints.
• Coordinate with marketing and publicity teams to promote events effectively and maximize audience engagement.

2. Communication and Coordination with Internal Staff and External Partners:

• Liaise between various departments within Arena to ensure seamless integration of events into the 2025/26 season.
• Maintain communication with speakers and panelists throughout the planning process to ensure their needs are met and to address any concerns or changes
• Collaborate with Arena's Production and Facilities Teams to align event programming with production schedules and logistical requirements.
• Facilitate regular meetings and communication channels to keep all departments informed and engaged in the planning process.

3. Research:

• Dive deep into Arena's archives to unearth potential material for events and displays that synthesize and synergize around Arena's 75-year history and its future.
• Collaborate with historians, researchers, and other relevant parties to gather accurate and comprehensive information.
• Analyze historical data and trends to identify compelling narratives and themes for potential events.

4. Continuous Improvement and Evaluation:

• Conduct post-event evaluations to assess the success of each production and identify areas for improvement.
• Solicit feedback from stakeholders, audience members, and participants to inform future programming decisions.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance the quality and relevance of Arena's productions.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience producing at a variety of professional non-profit contract levels.
• Proven experience in theatrical production, event management, or arts administration.
• Strong research skills with the ability to navigate archival materials and historical resources effectively.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Exceptional organizational abilities, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant tools.
• Passion for the arts and a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of production.

Timeline

The position will begin in January 2025 and run through the end of June 2026.

Compensation
Total compensation is $120,000 over the 18-month period. This is a contracted position and benefits will not be available.

Offers of employment at Arena Stage are contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check and/or professional reference check as allowed by employment law in the District of Columbia.