Careers
We offer a dynamic work environment whether on the road with one of our tours or in our home office, conveniently located in the DC Metro area.
In the office
Production Coordinator
In the office
Production Coordinator
Troika Entertainment is currently seeking a Production Coordinator with 2+ plus years of experience in theatrical production to support the production department in daily operations and production oversight for multiple touring productions both domestically and internationally.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the coordination of schedules and meetings required by the production department.
- Responsible for credit card reconciliations and expense report management for all members of the production department.
- Support the production department in all crew hiring. Work with IATSE on the procurement of pink contracts, assist in the creation of crew LOAs and oversee the onboarding process for all show crew personnel.
- Support the department with purchasing, account coding, and reconciliation for all production purchases.
- Coordinate freight, shipping, and trucking for the movement of goods from show to show.
- Supervise the procurement of trucking bids on behalf of the production manager.
- Oversee the creation of necessary manifests and carnets for international shipping.
- Create and manage technical job descriptions and postings. Post for jobs as required and manage all resumes submissions for the department.
- Coordinate shipping and logistics for the warehouse when needed.
- Actively participate and lead recruiting efforts as needed.
- Coordinate safety efforts for shows as required.
- Support the production department as needed. This includes, but is not limited to, taking notes, updating calendars, and performing clerical duties as required.
- Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
The Production Coordinator candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in technical theater, and/or equivalent production experience. The ideal candidate will have a general knowledge of all aspects of technical theater, excellent communication and paperwork skills and a minimum of 2+ years of experience. Proficiency with all aspects of the Microsoft Office suite is a must. Candidates with touring experience are preferred.
About Troika Entertainment
Troika Entertainment is a theatrical production company producing touring musical theatre productions throughout North America and internationally. We are based in Rockville, MD a suburb of Washington DC. The location of our corporate office provides the comfort of suburban living while being easily accessible to NYC by train. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, which includes a comprehensive benefits package. Periodic weekend and evening work is expected. For more information please visit our website at www.troika.com.
Click here to applyGeneral Manager
In the office
Troika Entertainment is currently seeking a General Manager with 5+ plus years of experience in theatrical management to oversee the business operations of multiple touring productions both domestically and internationally.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Supervise the business operations of shows including but not limited to accounting, budgeting, personnel, travel, housing and partner relations
- Oversee show finances including budgeting, payroll administration, reporting, expenses, and revenue
- Prepare detailed production budgets and operating budgets for each production in consultation with Production Manager
- Negotiate deals and execute agreements for production and creative personnel (including designers, directors, cast, etc)
- Casting oversight and coordination
- Supervise Company Manager/Touring Manager and general touring company oversight
- Manage relationships with producers and partners.
Qualifications:
The General Manager candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in arts administration and/or equivalent management experience. The ideal candidate will have a solid knowledge of all aspects of arts management, excellent communication and paperwork skills and a minimum of 5+ years of experience.
About Troika Entertainment
Troika Entertainment is a theatrical production company producing touring musical theatre productions throughout North America and internationally. We are based in Rockville, MD, a suburb of Washington DC. The location of our corporate office provides the comfort of suburban living while being easily accessible to NYC by train. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, which includes a comprehensive benefits package. Periodic weekend and evening work is expected.
Production Manager
In the office
Troika Entertainment is currently seeking a Production Manager with 5+ plus years of experience in theatrical production to oversee of the mounting of the physical production, technical personnel and operations of multiple touring productions both domestically and internationally.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Primary point of contact for all designers and technical staff for calendar, budget, and the generation of the physical production.
- Manages the entirety of the production budget including tracking spending and reconciling expenses in all production departments.
- Manages the entirety of the production calendar, and acts as the liaison with stage management and designers during tech.
- Assembles information for and runs all Production Meetings, including during tech and previews.
- Responsible for all staffing, hiring, and contracting of show road crew, production teams, and local tech labor projections.
- Manages the bidding and awarding process for trucking, scenery, LX, Audio, Projections, Automation, outfitting, and specialty items. Oversees the creation of bid documents.
- Supervises tours’ head carpenter to ensure that all advances are complete, yellow card numbers are met (not exceeded), and jumps are working well.
- Oversees with the tour in operating/for the full life of the tour
Qualifications:
The Production Manager candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in technical theater, and/or equivalent production experience. The ideal candidate will have a solid knowledge of all aspects of technical theater, excellent communication and paperwork skills and a minimum of 5+ years of experience. Candidates with touring experience are preferred.
About Troika Entertainment
Troika Entertainment is a theatrical production company producing touring musical theatre productions throughout North America and internationally. We are based in Rockville, MD, a suburb of Washington DC. The location of our corporate office provides the comfort of suburban living while being easily accessible to NYC by train. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, which includes a comprehensive benefits package. Periodic weekend and evening work is expected.
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In the office
On the road
Touring Head Carpenter
On the Road
Working under the supervision of the Technical Director, the Head Carpenter is responsible for all scenic elements, the overall “look” of the physical production, and for the day to day management of the touring crew. This includes load in and load out and the planning thereof, as well as the operation of the show within different theatres, well as the proper operation, maintenance and repairs of scenery and equipment as per the needs of the show.
Principal Responsibilities
• Planning, coordinating, and performing the set-up and tear down of all scenic elements and facilitating transfer between cities;
• Planning, coordinating and carrying out the necessary maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting to maintain the all scenic elements in excellent condition;
• Responsible for the safety of technical areas including onstage and backstage
• Operating scenic elements and supervising touring and local crew during shows, rehearsals and possible media events;
• Ensuring that operations are smooth and safe during rehearsals, shows, and possible media events;
• Ensuring that the scenic elements conform to the original concept and quality of the show;
• Planning and participating in the updating, replacement and maintenance of scenic elements in collaboration with the technical department;
• Creating and keeping a maintenance and repair log up to date;
• Managing the touring technicians as well as teams of local technicians;
• Supervising the loading and unloading of trucking trailers;
• Participating in all necessary safety training courses as required by the Producer;
• Performing all other tasks required to ensure that show operations are smooth and safe.
Qualifications:
• 1 to 3 years minimum experience as a Head Carpenter is preferred;
• Touring experience is a must;
• Managerial experience;
• Ability to perform physical tasks including but not limited to lifting, carrying, climbing, and crawling;
About Troika Entertainment
Troika Entertainment is a theatrical production company producing touring musical theatre productions throughout North America and internationally. We are based in Rockville, MD a suburb of Washington DC. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, which includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Click here to applyFlyman
On the Road
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Flyman will report directly to the CATS Head Carpenter. The Flyman is responsible for contributing to the successful loading in, operating, and loading out of this tour; ensuring said duties are done in a safe and responsible manner.
Technical Summary:
CATS is a 5-truck show, with a 2.5hr performance time. This production loads in, in 10 hours and out in 6 hours. CATS will perform in multiweek, single week, and one-night performance scenarios. The compliment of touring crew is 13, including the Flyman, and the show is running on an L-Set, IATSE Pink Contract. This production features automated scenery components along with a Fly by FOY rigging system for onstage performers.
Specific Responsibilities & Job Tasks:
- Assists Head Carpenter with the loading in, setup, and loading out of the show
- Run show track and lead local stagehands
- Navigate/operate various types of fly and rigging systems
- Help maintain carpentry supplies, outfitting compliment, and scenic elements
- Other duties as assigned
Physical and Job Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years touring experience; at least 3 years touring experience as a Flyman
- Excellent carpentry and mechanical skills
- Comfortable working in high elevations
- Qualified stage rigging
- Ability to stay extremely calm under pressure
- Able to work on your feet for extended periods
- Exude a positive attitude and consistently approach challenges from a “what is best for the show” prospective
- Ability to push/pull a minimum of 50 lbs
- Able to jump, walk, run, crouch, crawl, climb
About Troika Entertainment
Troika Entertainment is a theatrical production company producing touring musical theatre productions throughout North America and internationally. We are based in Rockville, MD, a suburb of Washington DC. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, which includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Click here to applyAssistant Electrician
On the Road
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Assistant LX will report directly to the CATS Head Electrician. The Assistant LX is responsible for contributing to the successful loading in, operating, and loading out of this tour; ensuring said duties are done in a safe and responsible manner.
Technical Summary:
CATS is a 5-truck show, with a 2.5hr performance time. This production loads in, in 10 hours and out in 6 hours. CATS will perform in multiweek, single week, and one-night performance scenarios. The compliment of touring crew is 13, including the Assistant LX, and the show is running on an L-Set, IATSE Pink Contract.
Specific Responsibilities & Job Tasks:
- Assists Head Electrician with the loading in, setup, and loading out of the show
- Run show track and lead local stagehands
- Proven ability to run followspot while cueing local followspot operators
- Experience with moving light operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting; specifically, Martin MAC Viper Performance, Martin MAC Viper Wash DX, Clay Paky Sharpy Wash 330, GLP Impression X4, GLP Impression X4 S
- Experience with loading in and out Broadway touring lighting rig, assembling light ladders, truss, set electrics, and light towers
- Ability to replace cable connectors
- Other duties as assigned
Physical and Job Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of 3 years touring experience; at least 2 years touring experience as an Assistant LX
- Excellent soldering skills
- Comfortable working in high elevations
- Stage rigging experience a plus
- Ability to stay extremely calm under pressure
- Able to work on your feet for extended periods
- Exude a positive attitude and consistently approach challenges from a “what is best for the show” prospective
- Ability to push/pull a minimum of 50 lbs
- Able to jump, walk, run, crouch, crawl, climb
About Troika Entertainment
Troika Entertainment is a theatrical production company producing touring musical theatre productions throughout North America and internationally. We are based in Rockville, MD, a suburb of Washington DC. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, which includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Click here to applyFuture Consideration
On the Road
TROIKA Entertainment LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms our Company’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.