Houston Broadway Theatre
New York, NY
US
Position Overview:
Houston Broadway Theatre seeks a highly efficient, dynamic General Manager/ Operations Manager to manage projects, operations, and priorities alongside the Producer. This hands-on role is ideal for experienced professionals in theatre operations, general management, or company management who thrive in a startup environment. Candidates must have leadership experience, excellent multitasking skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities across multiple departments.
This position reports directly to the Producer and works as a liaison between all team, creative, and company members, and vendors, ensuring the production meets artistic and budget goals. As a startup organization, this role will be tailored around the individual who is hired. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives as a dec
Houston Broadway Theatre (HBT) is a young nonprofit committed to high-quality theatrical productions for the Houston community. We produce one full-length musical annually and value creativity, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact.
The General Manager/ Operations Manager will also assist the Producer in other worldwide theatrical productions and events, such as: developmental works, concert productions, tribute bands, and more.
• Manage day-to-day operations of events/ productions through all phases.
• Collaborate with the Producer on implementation of processes to improve daily operations and production goals.
• Maintain all meetings and calendars.
• Coordinate rehearsal schedules, actor conflict calendars, and production contact sheets.
• Maintain organized records and ensure project files are up to date.
• Schedule auditions and callbacks (virtual, Houston, and NYC) , prepare materials, oversee logistics, and manage creative team correspondence.
• Conduct research and develop producing plans for theatrical events as assigned, including: new works, concerts, tribute bands, and more.
• Provide administrative support across all departments: marketing, development, human resources, production management, educational programming, and special events.
• Draft, manage, and maintain budgets.
• Collaborate with the Producer to ensure all budgetary goals and deadlines are met.
• Assist with financial reports and reconciling expenses.
• Read and interpret union contracts to ensure compliance, and liaise with union representatives.
• Manage payroll, reimbursements, contractor payments, and production expenses.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Arrange travel, housing, and logistics for company members.
• Address HR concerns, including incident reporting and injury follow-ups.
• Act as the main point of contact for performers, creatives, and production teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Management, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• 2+ years post-college experience in a theatre general management or theatre company management position.
• Experience in budget development and management.
• Understand basic accounting terms and practices, business and finance knowledge, and proficiency with spreadsheets.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Familiarity with union agreements (AEA, IATSE, etc.) is a plus.
• Type: Full-time contractor (January 2025 - September 2025) with potential to convert to exempt with benefits.
• Hybrid: Remote
Remote: January-July
In Person: Located in Houston August-September (housing and travel provided for Houston dates)
• Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 annually, based on experience (prorated for contract period).
$60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
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