We’re Hiring

Co-Production Manager
Part-Time Position | Based at Teatro SEA, The Clemente, NYC

Overview:
Teatro SEA, the nation’s premier Bilingual Latino Theater For Young Audiences, is seeking a hands-on, organized, and experienced Co-Production Manager to oversee the technical and production operations for our in-house shows, tours, venue rentals, and special events. This role requires a passionate, detail-oriented multitasker who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Oversight & Coordination:

  • Manage the full production lifecycle: scheduling, load-ins/load-outs, rehearsals, tech weeks, performances, and strikes
  • Supervise and train technical staff, part-time crew, and interns
  • Serve as primary liaison between creative teams, performers, and technical departments
  • Attend all technical and dress rehearsals; ensure execution of production notes and technical adjustments
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized backstage, dressing room, and performance space environment compliant with all NYC/NYFD safety standards as well as maintaining and repairing equipment and resources. 

Technical Operations:

  • Oversee set construction, lighting, sound, and special effects for all productions
  • Coordinate technical logistics for off-site performances at schools, theaters, parks, and cultural venues

Venue Management & Rentals:

  • Coordinate technical needs and schedules for internal and external rentals of Teatro SEA’s spaces
  • Serve as tech liaison for visiting productions and community events
  • Restore stage and production areas post-use to ensure readiness for subsequent programs

Collaboration & Communication:

  • Attend weekly production and staff meetings to communicate progress, address challenges, and align team efforts
  • Work closely with the Artistic Director and Managing Director to plan timelines and assess technical feasibility of creative visions
  • Provide mentorship and training opportunities to interns and junior crew

Special Projects:

  • Support annual festivals, parades, and outdoor events requiring portable tech/stage logistics
  • Represent SEA on national or international tours as needed

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3–5 years experience in theater production or technical direction (educational theater, touring, or nonprofit a plus)
  • Proficient in lighting, sound, carpentry, and set construction
  • Strong leadership, time management, and communication skills
  • Comfortable working with children’s theater and bilingual productions
  • Able to work evenings/weekends as needed
  • Valid driver’s license preferred
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Salary:
$30 – 35,000/year, commensurate with experience – Part-Time 25-30/hrs a week

How to Apply

Please send the following materials to J. Edgar Mozoub, Managing Director at emozoub@teatrosea.org with the subject line: “Co-Production Manager – [Your Name]”

  • Cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience.
  • Resume (English or bilingual format).
  • Two professional references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Teatro SEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrates diversity in all its forms.