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(a)
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Research and discuss the functions of production manager such as:
- creating and maintaining a budget for a production that accounts for all
design aspects (e.g., technical director, production manager, stage
director, construction coordinator or manager);
- organizing items required for the show to run smoothly;
- hiring, creating contracts and supervising technical staff (e.g., designers,
scenic artists);
- maintaining cast and crew contact information;
- collaborating with director and department heads to make decisions
about funding for sets, costumes, lighting, sound and other areas to
ensure the production stays within budget;
- keeping stage and backstage areas organized;
- creating and adjusting schedules for the production including meeting
times and locations and the use of rehearsal space and other rooms;
- calling the first production meeting with team members such as
director, designers and stage crews); and,
- ensuring technical aspects of production are completed in a safe and
timely manner.
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(b)
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Create a production plan, assign roles and develop a budget and a timeline. |
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(c)
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Demonstrate organizational and communication skills (e.g., scheduling
rehearsals, coordinating acquisition of resources and materials,
collaborating with director and department heads) when assuming or
supporting the role of production manager. |
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(d)
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Analyze and reflect on the challenges encountered, problems solved and
overall effectiveness of one’s production management work. |
