Theatre Director (General Manager)

Salary : $159,832.40 - $198,942.64 AnnuallyLocation : La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, CAJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 2026-05Department: TheatreOpening Date: 03/06/2026Closing Date: 4/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Job DescriptionUnder the direction of the City Manager, the Theatre Director serves as General Manager of the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. Typical Duties Performed(These examples do not include all the duties which may be assigned.) Plans and oversees the presentation of plays, musicals, concerts, special events, readings, programs for young audiences, and productions by resident groups.Plans, organizes and manages all aspects of theatre operations including front of house, backstage, maintenance, and box office operations.Prepares and monitors the Theatre Department budget; authorizes purchases; determines rental fees, artist fees and ticket prices; prepares and submits income and expense reports.Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates Theatre Department staff.Ensures that the physical condition of the Theatre and Rehearsal Hall are kept in good repair.Develops goals, objectives, and priorities for the Theatre Department and makes appropriate recommendations to the City Manager.Negotiates contracts with producers and agents for professional productions and concerts.Oversees the selection, monitors the operations, and evaluates the effectiveness of the Theatre's contracted vendors, including the concessionaire, press representative, marketing consultant, merchandise provider, and theatrical production company. Supervises all marketing strategies as well as press releases, season brochures, social media posts, print ads and radio spots.Serves as staff advisor to Friends of the La Mirada Theatre, the La Mirada Theatre Historians, and La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts Foundation.Oversees the creation, staffing, and execution of education classes for children, teens, and adults.Attends related professional functions, production meetings, conferences and rehearsals, and moderates the opening night talk-back.Develops and administers Theatre Department policies and procedures.Adheres to City and Theatre Department policies and procedures; performs related work duties as assigned. Minimum QualificationsKnowledge of: Budget preparation and execution; staff management; facility management; marketing, advertising, and public relations; Microsoft Office 365 applications; familiarity with front-of-house, backstage, and box office operations, as well as the performing arts including drama, comedy, musicals, concerts, symphony, opera and dance is desirable.Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, producers, promoters, performers, community groups and staff; work varying hours including nights, weekends and holidays; effectively negotiate contracts, plan a complex calendar of events, and administer a budget; exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with staff and the public; utilize quality customer service skills and techniques.EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible management experience in the operation of a performing arts center, regional theatre, or similar arts company, business, and/or facility. Experience with an entertainment organization or event hall, concert venue, movie theatre, performing arts center, regional theatre or similar arts organization is desired. Supervisory experience is required.Education: Bachelor's degree or the equivalent from an accredited college or university in Theatre, Arts Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is required.LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:Possession of a valid California Driver License will be required within the first 60 days of employment. Supplemental InformationAppointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range. Consideration and approval for a salary higher than the first step is done on a case-by-case basis.SELECTION PROCESS:A completed online application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) are required to be considered for this position. Resumes are accepted along with the application form but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.Applicants will be screened based on the qualifications for the job as described. Applications evaluated as best matching the needs of the City will continue in the selection process. The selection process may include any or all of the following: oral interview(s), a written or practical examination, a skills test, and an assessment center examination. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Office.Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment requirements to include live scan fingerprinting and a medical examination as part of the Selection Process. Candidates who do not pass any portion of the above processes will be disqualified and removed from proceeding in the selection process.The provisions of any job flyer or job application do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. The provisions may be modified or revoked without notice.The City of La Mirada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package based on the adopted Appointments are normally made at the first step of a five step salary range. One year of City service is required to advance to the next pay step in the salary range.For detailed salary and benefits information, see current 01 1. Describe your relevant experience with managing a performing arts theater, entertainment venue, or similar facility. 02 2. Have you ever been responsible for overseeing a facility or department budget? If so, provide details of your experience, including the sources/uses of revenues/expenditures and their approximate amounts. 03 3. Describe your experience with personnel management, including the number of employees you supervised, and your management style. 04 4. Describe your approach to teamwork and coordinating with a variety of individuals to achieve a common goal. 05 5. Describe your familiarity with general theater functions including backstage, box office, front-of-house, maintenance, and management. Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02