When applying, please include a resume and cover letter.  For best consideration, application deadline is July 5, 2019.  Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis following July 5^th until the position is filled.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater is seeking an experienced, outgoing, and organized General Manager to be responsible for several key business operations of a large regional theater operating on LORT A, B & D contracts, including negotiating and contracting with artists and agents, company management, facilities, operations, rentals and information technology.  This position reports to the Managing Director.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the negotiating and contracting process for artists for an 11-show production season spanning three theater spaces in addition to workshops and educational offerings.
• Manage the artistic budget including expenses for directors, choreographers, coaches, designers and actors.
• Develop and implement co-production agreements and budgets
• License plays and negotiate royalties
• Supervise the following staff (direct reports): Company Manager, Chief Building Engineer, Management Assistant, Receptionists. Manage contracted services for housekeeping and IT.
• Supervise the administration of union agreements (LORT/AEA, SDC, USA and Operating Engineers) and assist in negotiations with the Operating Engineers and IATSE contracts.
• Oversee facilities management and building operations and serve as the primary staff lead for the Facilities Committee of the Board. 
• Develop and oversee annual IT support contract and services including telephone, internet and computers and plan for annual capital expenses.
• Manage building rentals and coordinate use of facilities and space within the theater complex.    
• Work closely with HR on human resource administration, fostering strong inter-departmental and building-wide communication, document policies and procedures, and work with staff to implement those policies and procedures.
• Serve as liaison to the volunteer “Friends of The Rep” board
• Uphold the mission and core values of the theater, with a raised consciousness towards equity, diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Theater, Management, Producing or Arts Administration is required. A Masters Degree is preferred. 
2. Three (3) years experience in general management, company management, or producing at a performing arts institution.
3. Enjoys problem-solving on a day-to-day basis with an eye toward proactive decision-making
4. Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
5. Experience with collective bargaining and/or labor contracts in a performing arts environment
6. Experience with Microsoft Office is required
7. Ability to work across a vast diversity of ages, skill, and educational/cultural backgrounds. Ability to pass a background check in accordance with state and/or Federal laws