1 Overview

This is an elected Board position to the Powerhouse Theatrical Society’s Board of Directors.

2 Skill Set:

The VP of Productions should have:

• a working knowledge of the requirements for producing a show, both the technical and administrative aspects.
• previous directing experience.
• experience with Powerhouse Theatre Policies, Procedures and By-laws.

They should possess the following characteristics:

• good people skills
• resourceful problem solver
• team leader
• organized

3 Duties:

• Attend Board and General Meetings and present reports.
• Deputize or serve for President as required.
• Represent the Society to the Community with regard to standards, reputation and growth.

4 Per Production:

• Order production scripts.
• Obtain production rights with authors or publishers.
• Ensure that all royalties are paid when required.
• Read scripts chosen by the artistic committee for the upcoming season.
• Seek producers if required.
• Discuss plays, production dates and rehearsal schedules with potential directors.
• Finalize production dates and present to the Board for approval.
• Attend auditions as required.
• Attend rehearsals occasionally, especially nearing production.
• Provide directorial assistance and advice if necessary.
• Assist in finding resolutions to situations that may occur during each production.
• Represent Board to all production cast and crew, in regard to club values, procedures and artistic vision.
• Organize and mediate post mortem of all productions and submit written reports to the Board.
• Coordinate with Rentals Manager
• Coordinate with lighting and sound managers regarding the artistic vision for future productions.
• Coordinate with VP Facilities in the acquisition and maintenance of sound and lighting equipment.

5 Liaise as Needed With:

• Props room manager
• Costumes manager
• Rental manager
• Lighting manager
• Sound manager
• Treasurer

There is to be no disposal or sale of any asset of Powerhouse Theatrical Society, without the express permission of a department head or director. There are no exceptions to this policy. This includes but is not limited to props, sound equipment, lighting equipment, tools or costumes.