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Lincoln Center Seeks Senior Director of Production

institutional · 2026-07-31

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is hiring a Senior Director, Production to oversee all live-event production across its 16-acre campus in New York City, including the newly renovated David Geffen Hall. The role, reporting to the Vice President of Performance Operations, will lead a team of 15 full-time administrative staff and numerous technical employees, including IATSE Local One stagehands and Local 306 projectionists. Responsibilities include managing production schedules, budgets, and long-term capital projects, as well as collaborating with Lincoln Center's ten resident organizations and programming department. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience, with a minimum of 6 in leadership, and deep knowledge of performing arts production and union agreements. The salary range is $215,000–250,000. The search is conducted by TOC Arts Partners, led by Vice President Eric Gershman. Applications are due by August 17, 2026, for priority consideration. Lincoln Center emphasizes its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and encourages applicants who may not meet every qualification.

Key facts

  • Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts seeks a Senior Director, Production.
  • The position oversees production for venues including David Geffen Hall, Alice Tully Hall, and public spaces.
  • The role manages a team of 15 full-time staff and union technical employees.
  • Salary range is $215,000–250,000.
  • Search conducted by TOC Arts Partners, led by Eric Gershman.
  • Priority application deadline is August 17, 2026.
  • Requires 12 years of experience, with 6 in leadership.
  • Lincoln Center manages 16 acres in New York City.

Entities

Institutions

  • Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
  • TOC Arts Partners
  • IATSE Local One
  • Local 306

Locations

  • New York City
  • United States

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