Title: Assistant Theater Manager
Agency: Virginia Peninsula Community College
Location: Hampton - 650
FLSA: Nonexempt
Hiring Range: $28-$30/hour
Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
Additional Detail
Job Description:
Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.
The Assistant Theatre & Events Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing VPCC's mission by supporting the day-to-day operations of the Dr. Mary T. Christian Theatre, overseeing facility rentals and reservations, and providing event assistance for the Education Foundation. This position blends theatre management, rental coordination, and event logistics into one dynamic portfolio, requiring an energetic and highly organized professional who can balance multiple priorities with ease. The Assistant Theatre & Events Manager will work closely with the Theatre Manager to ensure seamless productions and performances, manage rental requests and client relations with professionalism, and contribute to the success of donor and community events hosted by the Education Foundation. The role demands a collaborative, customer-focused individual who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering exceptional experiences for students, donors, patrons, and community partners
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge
- Working knowledge of techniques and methods (computerized and manual) of stage, lighting, projection, and sounds installation and operation for staging college events and theatrical performances
- Working knowledge of electronics, stage equipment and rigging, and audio-visual media
- Working knowledge of CAD, Vectorworks, and QLab or other sound operation software
- Working knowledge of theatrical carpentry, set, and lighting design
- Working knowledge of costume and/or sound design
- Thorough knowledge of front-of-house and ticketing operations and procedures
- General knowledge of the safe operation and maintenance of technical theater tools and equipment
- General knowledge and use of proper lifting techniques.
Skills
- Demonstrated application of time management skills with a proven ability to plan, coordinate, prioritize, and effectively execute multiple initiatives, programs, and events, as well as meet established deadlines
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, focusing on thoroughness and quality
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills using tact, patience, and courtesy with the ability to interact and work with a diverse multi-disciplinary team
- Demonstrated skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the public
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding leadership and management skills
- Strategic planning and analytical problem-solving skills
- Effective decision-making skills based on business principles
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Abilities
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment with minimal supervision
- Ability to build and maintain relationships within the local arts community
- Ability to plan, organize, and supervise all aspects of a working theater
- Ability to establish methods and procedures for acquiring, installing, testing, operating, or repairing machinery or technology systems
- Ability to maintain public calendar
- Ability to work a flexible schedule with holiday, evening, and weekend work
- Ability to prioritize work in a multitasking environment, manage time, and be adaptable to changing needs and frequent interruptions
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate
- Ability to interact successfully with students, colleagues, college partners, and others with courtesy and respect
- Ability to adjust to changing priorities, demands, and timelines
- Ability to adapt to challenges and foster continuous improvements
Ability to learn, interpret, and apply college policy, procedure, and practice to everyday situations.
Required:
- Multiple years of professional experience in event coordination, theatre operations, or facility rental management.
- Demonstrated customer service skills with the ability to manage client relations effectively.
- Supervisory experience with volunteers, student employees, and/or event staff.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and flexible hours.
Additional Considerations:
- Degree in Theatre, Arts Management, Project/Event Management, Business Management, or related field
- Experience in higher education or nonprofit event management
- Working knowledge of theatrical production processes, including stage management, lighting, and sound.
- Experience managing rental contracts, billing systems, and vendor relationships.
- Familiarity with AV/IT systems.