Employment and Positions

ASSISTANT PRODUCTION Manager

Position Description
Reports to: Music Director and Executive Director
Status: Contract (January–May 2025, with potential renewal after final concert)

Position Summary

The Assistant Production Manager supports the Alpharetta Symphony and the Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra (ASYO) in ensuring the smooth execution of rehearsals and performances. Working closely with the Education and Outreach Director, Personnel and Production Manager, Music Director, and Executive Director, this role is responsible for coordinating backstage operations, managing setup and breakdown logistics, and assisting with transportation of instruments and equipment. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and proactive, with a strong sense of professionalism and teamwork.

Primary Responsibilities

Alpharetta Symphony

• Coordinate back-of-house operations for dress rehearsals and concerts, including stage setup, equipment organization, and transitions.

• Work in collaboration with the Personnel and Production Manager, Music Director, and Executive Director to arrange and implement production logistics.

• Assist with loading and unloading instruments, stands, chairs, and production materials as needed.

• Ensure concert and dress rehearsal spaces are prepared, safe, and efficiently organized for musicians and staff.

• Support the Music Director and other staff with logistical needs as they arise.

Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra (ASYO)

• Work onsite for ASYO rehearsals (Sundays Sep-May) from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (or until all students have departed) on designated rehearsal days.

• Set up and break down chairs, stands, and percussion equipment before and after rehearsals.

• Maintain a clean and organized rehearsal space.

• Work in collaboration with the Education Director to arrange and implement production logistics.

Joint Alpharetta Symphony and ASYO Responsibilities

• Rent and drive a U-Haul vehicle (must be over 18 and able to meet rental requirements).

• Load, transport, and unload percussion instruments and other production items for all ASYO and Alpharetta Symphony concerts and dress rehearsals. Pickup at Preston Ridge Community Center (PRCC), deliver to designated concert venues (listed below), then reload and return all items to PRCC.

• Maintain an accurate inventory of production materials and ensure items are handled and stored properly.

Qualifications and Skills

• Prior experience in the performing arts or production assistance, stage management, or event logistics preferred.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Comfortable with moderate physical labor, including lifting, loading, and moving equipment.

• Must exhibit professionalism, patience, and appropriate conduct when working with or around children.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

• Must be able to rent and operate a U-Haul vehicle.

• Must pass a background check (paid for by the Alpharetta Symphony).

• Must not be a current performing musician with the Alpharetta Symphony.

Compensation and Commitment

• $400 per month (5 month contract)

• Contract Period: January through May, with review for renewal after the final concert.

• Work Hours: Variable; includes weekday evening rehearsals and weekend performances.

• Commitment to professionalism, punctuality, and dependability is essential.

Are you ready to be our next Assistant Production Manager?

Email Kelly Meholic at kmeholic@alpharettasymphoy.org for more information. To apply, please include a one page cover letter and your resume.

Dates Needed

Alpharetta Symphony
*Only needed for dress rehearsals and concerts - see below.

Concert #3 An Alpharetta Holiday (Innovation Academy Auditorium)
IA Dress Rehearsal: Sunday, November 30, 2025 12:30-2pm (reserved 5:30-10:30pm)  
IA Concert: Sunday, November 30, 2025, 3pm (reserved 11:30-7:30pm)
IA Concert: Sunday, November 30, 2025, 5:30pm (reserved 11:30-7:30pm)

Concert #4 Revolution (Innovation Academy Auditorium)
IA Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7-10pm (reserved 5:30-10:30pm)
IA Concert: Friday, February 6, 2026, 7:30pm (reserved 5:30-10:30pm)

Concert #5 Force of Destiny with Harmonia Atlanta (Innovation Academy Auditorium)
IA Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 7-10pm (reserved 5:30-10:30pm) 
IA Concert: Friday, March 27, 2026, 7:30pm (reserved 5:30-10:30pm) 

Concert #6 Tango for Two (Union Hill Park)
No Dress Rehearsal at Concert Location, please arrive early day of concert
UHP Concert: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:30pm TBD 

Concert #7 Let Freedom Ring (Brooke Street Park)
No Dress Rehearsal at Concert Location, please arrive early day of concert
BSP Concert: Monday, May 25, 2026, 7:30pm (reserved 4-10pm)

Alpharetta Symphony Youth Orchestra
*Needed for all ASYO rehearsals and concerts with some flexibility. ASYO rehearsals and concerts are generally Sundays from 3 PM - 7:30 PM from Aug/Sep - May - see below.

Concert #2 (North Point Mall)
PRCC Rehearsals: 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 12/7
Concert: Sunday, December 14, 5:30 PM

Concert #3 (Innovation Academy Auditorium)
PRCC Rehearsals: 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1
Concert: Sunday, March 8, 2026, 5:30 PM

Concert #4 (Innovation Academy Auditorium)
PRCC Rehearsals: 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3
Concert: Sunday, May 10, 2026, 5:30 PM