Production Manager - ArtPrize
Downtown Grand Rapids
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Posted on Mar 31, 2025
Who We Are
Based in the City of Grand Rapids, MI, ArtPrize produces open citywide contemporary art experiences that encourage critical discourse, celebrate artists, transform urban space, and promote cultural understanding. It connects and is collaborative. It seeks to expand understanding of art. ArtPrize has a history of awarding significant publicly voted and juried art prizes and is listed among the top art competitions in the world.
The mission of ArtPrize is to transform the art world through a radically open, global, art competition and cultural experience in Grand Rapids that starts conversation, encourages critical discourse, elevates and celebrates artists, transforms urban space and promotes cultural understanding.
About This Role
Artprize is looking for Production Manager to oversee the logistical and technical elements of all events during ArtPrize, including large-scale, high-profile productions. This role involves working closely with the Operations and Production team, artists, vendors, sponsors, and volunteers to ensure seamless planning and execution throughout all stages of the event. The Production Manager will play a key role in coordinating timelines, budgets, staffing, and materials, ensuring that each event runs smoothly, safely, and on schedule.
Requirements
This position pays $25/hour and is a seasonal opportunity expected to last from April 2025 through October 2025. An estimate of the time requirements are below:
Key Responsibilities will include:
Planning & Coordination
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Based in the City of Grand Rapids, MI, ArtPrize produces open citywide contemporary art experiences that encourage critical discourse, celebrate artists, transform urban space, and promote cultural understanding. It connects and is collaborative. It seeks to expand understanding of art. ArtPrize has a history of awarding significant publicly voted and juried art prizes and is listed among the top art competitions in the world.
The mission of ArtPrize is to transform the art world through a radically open, global, art competition and cultural experience in Grand Rapids that starts conversation, encourages critical discourse, elevates and celebrates artists, transforms urban space and promotes cultural understanding.
About This Role
Artprize is looking for Production Manager to oversee the logistical and technical elements of all events during ArtPrize, including large-scale, high-profile productions. This role involves working closely with the Operations and Production team, artists, vendors, sponsors, and volunteers to ensure seamless planning and execution throughout all stages of the event. The Production Manager will play a key role in coordinating timelines, budgets, staffing, and materials, ensuring that each event runs smoothly, safely, and on schedule.
Requirements
This position pays $25/hour and is a seasonal opportunity expected to last from April 2025 through October 2025. An estimate of the time requirements are below:
- April - 20 hours per week
- May - 25 hours per week
- June - 30 hours per week
- July - 40 hours per week
- August - 40 hours per week
- September - 40 hours per week
- October - 25 hours per week
Key Responsibilities will include:
Planning & Coordination
- Assist in developing and managing a comprehensive production timeline from pre-ArtPrize planning through post-event breakdown.
- Collaborate with the Director of Operations and Production to translate the artistic vision into practical execution.
- Coordinate with internal departments (marketing, exhibitions and development) and external stakeholders (artists, vendors, contractors) to align all event elements with ArtPrize's objectives.
- Supervise the installation and de-installation of events including but not limited to stages, performances, and vendor booths during ArtPrize events.
- Procure equipment and materials, managing rentals and purchases while adhering to budget constraints.
- Source and book catering and entertainment for events, coordinating logistics on event days.
- Coordinate with on-site personnel for setup and teardown, ensuring safety and functionality.
- Manage a team ensuring they are supported throughout ArtPrize.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors to resolve any issues that arise.
- Attend production meetings and check-ins to ensure deadlines and expectations are met.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including crowd management, emergency response plans, and equipment safety.
- Oversee risk management protocols and assist in obtaining the necessary permits for ArtPrize events.
- Assist with managing the production budget, ensuring all costs are tracked and stay within allocated funds.
- Work closely with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to meet technical and logistical requirements.
- Manage communication between internal stakeholders and third party vendors.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during ArtPrize, minimizing disruption to the experience.
- Address unexpected challenges related to equipment, weather, or staffing efficiently
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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