Contemporary Programming Line Producer (Full Time)

About the role

The full-time Contemporary Programming Line Producer provides fundamental line producing support for the Programming team’s year-round initiatives and projects, ensuring that advancing and performances logistics are executed efficiently and successfully. This position has a primary focus on Contemporary Programming; the Contemporary Programming Line Producer will support the Director, Contemporary Programming and the Programming team in managing, developing, and executing a robust season, including annual series and festivals such as American Songbook, Lincoln Center Visionary Artist, and Under the Radar; multi-performance theatrical runs; and other new initiatives. Outside of Contemporary Programming, the Contemporary Programming Line Producer will also support a wide range of performances and programs year-round, including the Summer for the City Festival.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Director, Contemporary Programming, and Programming senior leaders to advance and plan projects and events scheduled throughout the year
• Support other full-time and guest curators on additional LCPA projects and performances as assigned
• Be the main artist contact throughout the entire producing process, including but not limited to contracts, budgets, marketing materials, and collecting tech and hospitality riders
• Be the primary onsite manager and point person on performance days, creating a positive experience for artists and serve as onsite representative to ensure all concerns are addressed swiftly
• Work closely with Event Production Managers to run and advance events, securing all production elements such as backline and equipment rental, and managing day-of schedules
• In close collaboration with project managers and curators, assist with budget management, making decisions that have a direct impact on the production related to rentals, housing, hospitality, and transportation
• Manage and maintain internal communications with Lincoln Center’s Departments, including General Management, Production, Operations, Legal, People Team, and Marketing and Communications, as well as LCPA Resident Arts Organization colleagues as applicable
• Support the Director of Contemporary Programming in keeping track of overall timelines and schedules, ensuring overall line producing practices are in sync and up to standard
• Work with the Contemporary Programming Curator and additional curators to keep track of the issuing and execution of contracts and payments for all engagements
• Manage, maintain, and update Monday.com, ArtsVision, and SharePoint as needed
• Represent Lincoln Center onsite at all times

Requirements

• 5-7 years of Line Producing experience in performing arts, touring, or production, with a keen interest in working with artists
• A passion for the performing arts and programming that is complex and large-scale
• Ability to, and willingness to work evenings and weekends, and a robust schedule indoors and outdoors during the summer months
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven department/organization
• Deep knowledge and capacity to analyze and manage production budgets and riders
• Strong communication skills and comfort navigating relationships and priorities with various stakeholder groups with diplomacy
• Solid computer and organizational skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to self-direct
• Experience with touring companies preferred

Qualifications

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (LCPA) is a cultural and civic cornerstone of New York City. We believe the arts play an important role in our lives: they nourish our hearts and minds, teach us valuable lessons and critical skills, and help us create community. We invite you to consider joining our talented, multi-faceted team.

We are: The manager of the 16-acre Lincoln Center campus
One of eleven amazing resident arts organizations
A leading Arts Presenter.
We curate numerous programs and performances, showcasing music, dance, and more
An Education Hub.
We have reached 20 million students, educators, principals, and community members

Who are our people? LCPA is a team of dreamers, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who use unique platforms in the heart of New York City and beyond to advocate for the transformative impact of artistic experiences.

Our President and CEO: Dr. Mariko Silver

Join us! It is the policy of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc., to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital or civil partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, unemployment status, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

LCPA is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

If you require reasonable accommodation in locating open positions, completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Abigail Worsnip at (212) 875–5324.