Shows & Production Director
Young Musicians Unite – Miami, FL Full-Time | Department Leadership | Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
About the Organization
Young Musicians Unite (YMU) provides free, high-quality music education to thousands of students across Miami-Dade's Title I schools. Our mission is to empower youth through music, creativity, and community. As our Chief Marketing Officer, you will lead the charge in building and amplifying a brand that reflects the urgency, impact, and innovation of our work.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and production-savvy leader to oversee all YMU performances and events—ensuring students shine, stakeholders are impressed, and our mission comes alive on stage. This individual will manage the engine behind 200+ shows per year, bringing excellence to every performance from classrooms to cultural venues.
Key Responsibilities: Plan & Execute Events That Matter
- Lead the execution of high-impact performances—from school showcases to youth festivals and galas.
- Ensure each event is a meaningful, high-quality experience for students, partners, and guests.
Own the Master Shows Calendar
- Build and manage the event calendar aligned with school schedules, venue availability, and internal priorities.
- Keep all departments informed and aligned to a single, shared timeline.
Lead Cross-Functional Teams
- Supervise internal shows admin associate and freelance production staff.
- Direct instructors, engineers, tech crew, volunteers, and vendors.
- Run pre-show briefings and post-show debriefs to foster consistent improvement.
Deliver Production Excellence
- Coordinate tech needs, stage plots, run-of-show documents, and logistics.
- Standardize processes and documentation to ensure flawless execution, even in your absence.
Represent YMU
- Serve as a clear, calm, and confident point of contact for schools, donors, partners, families, and staff.
- Lead with poise, uphold the YMU standard, and reinforce a strong organizational presence.
What You Bring
Required Experience & Skills
- 5+ years managing live shows/events and leading small teams
- Proven success juggling logistics across multiple events
- Strong communication and leadership across departments and vendors
- Systems mindset with a track record of creating repeatable processes
- Deep belief in youth development, mission-driven work, and the power of music
- Availability for evening/weekend shows
- Based in or relocating to Miami
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Familiarity with AV equipment and production systems
- Experience in education, youth development, or nonprofit environments
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $72,000–$85,000
- Health and wellness benefits
- Mission-aligned work and creative autonomy
- Front-row seat to the most inspiring youth performances in the city
To Apply
- Please submit your resume, portfolio or work samples, and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to kmenendez@ymu.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.