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Production Manager

Hireful LtdBrixton, England, GB

11 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Production Manager with Deputy Technical Manager Responsibilities

Our client are a busy and growing team building a new theatre which opened in February 2022.

They aim to be a transformative venue. Their location on Coldharbour Lane puts them in the best place to provide an enriching variety of entertainment, activities, and opportunities for everyone. They will deliver these with care, inclusivity, and respect.

Their vision is to create the world they want to imagine.They will define theatre-making for a new generation of makers, artists, writers, producers, technicians, and audiences. They will support and inspire new artistic experiences that develop community solidarity and passion for social change.

Their mission is to create safe spaces for our community to connect, create and enjoy.

Community members and artists at various stages of their journey will join us to create and share honest, challenging, and innovative work that propels theatre towards a more inclusive global society.

Their commitment to building a strong connection with their community is reflected in their core values :

Always be welcoming to their international community
Be radical and progressive in our thinking and activities
Be collaborative in their ambitions
nurturing new relationships locally, and beyond Brixton
Most importantly, always celebrate our unique identity and growing accomplishments!

Purpose of the role

The Production Manager plays a key role in delivering all aspects of the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations on time and within budget.

The role works closely with the Head of Technical, Production and Building services, Senior Producer, and Events team in scheduling, and delivering all technical and production services for all events and activities across their programme.

The Production Manager engages directly with creative teams, event clients, production companies and others, and leads their teams to use their expertise collaboratively and creatively to advise, support and deliver all technical and production services.

Responsibilities

PRODUCTION

Efficient and quality realisation of all their productions, Co-Productions, visiting productions and events on time and within agreed budgets

Collaborate with directors, creative artists and colleagues across the creative process to deliver their artistic vision, and ensure this positive collaborative culture is embedded across all production departments

Lead their production team to deliver high quality production values across the range of the theatre’s work

Work closely with creative teams to realise their vision and designs, on time and in budget, maximising the use of their resources to ensure high production standards are always upheld

Ensure designers are briefed on in-house creative options, budgets, staffing, licensing and health and safety requirements

Schedule and chair all relevant production and design meetings

Oversee an accurate costing process to ensure all shows can be delivered on budget, using the time and personnel available

Produce production schedules and manage the production period from fit up to press night

Ensure attendance across fit up, technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, previews and press night, and that production notes sessions are run, and notes actioned in a timely fashion

Ensure show risk assessments are produced prior to the start of technical rehearsals and updated as needed

Where appropriate work with freelance Production Managers to ensure that all production elements can be delivered within agreed budgets and timeframes and within the artistic vision and values

Work with the Head of Technical, Production and Building Services to inform production budgets and schedules across each season

Deputise for the Head of Technical, Production and Building Services as required.

Manage production budgets for the Theatre’s own work, agreeing resources with the Senior Producer

Keep accurate records and forecast against budgets

Oversee the recruitment of freelance show staff, to ensure shows are fully staffed

Liaison with visiting companies to ensure effective and efficient delivery of their technical services within agreed parameters and budget

To be responsible for the organisation and recording of regular production meetings and to ensure the communication of decisions made

To ensure production risk assessments are carried out and acted upon.

To ensure productions comply with current licensing requirements, such as fire regulations.

To ensure production information is disseminated to the relevant other departments and external stakeholders, such as PRS.

To be responsible for technical and production assessments of potential touring venues, both in the UK and abroad, undertaking recce visits as necessary.

To manage all aspects of touring logistics for their productions.

To ensure all technical information is available for touring venues in plenty of time.

To ensure the communication of technical and financial parameters regarding tours to Creative Teams, Technical HODs and the Senior Management Team.

VISITING COMPANIES & EVENTS

To oversee the liaison between visiting companies and production departments over the provision of all technical services and facilities required.

To be responsible for technical management and organisation of other presentations including hires and special events

In conjunction with the Head of Technical, Production and Building Services to liaise with visiting companies to ensure the presentation of Visiting Companies work is of the highest technical quality.

CREATIVE ENGAGEMENT

To production manage the performance elements of the creative engagement programme.

To ensure the participation of production staff in all appropriate engagement activities

MANAGEMENT

With the Head of Technical, Production and Building Services, line management of the production team including recruitment, appraisals, performance management and professional development in accordance with their policies

Ensure design and creative deadlines are met for in-house Productions and Co-Productions and that the Creative teams are aware of these deadlines at the start of the Design process.

Ensure the Production Department adheres to current legislation and guidelines in respect of but not limited to, European Working Time Directive, ABTT codes of practice, CDM / HSE regulations, BECTU and Equity agreements.

Ensure production areas are suitably maintained, managed and risk assessed

Oversee weekly rotas ensuring full cover and cost effectiveness

Work closely with the Creative Engagement team to support the delivery of their work on stage, and their technical training programme

HEALTH & SAFETY

Ensure all production activity adheres to CDM and HSE regulations and does not invalidate their codes of practice

Keep abreast of current developments in health and safety and ensure production team compliance with the requirements of Health & Safety legislation and their policies

GENERAL

To manage time effectively meeting deadlines as directed by the Head of Technical, Production and Building Services.

Attendance at read-throughs, rehearsals, staff meetings as required

Maintain a working knowledge of their wider artistic programme, including its Creative Engagement and hire activities

Participate actively as a member of the Production Team

Attend and contribute to staff meetings and / or training sessions

Maintain positive and effective relationships with colleagues across the organisation

To adhere to all their policies including Safeguarding, Health and Safety and environmental policies

To maximise income and minimise expenditure wherever possible, without jeopardising the quality of the work or their reputation

To be familiar with and abide by all their Policies including, but not limited to, their Equal Opportunities Policy, Dignity at Work Policy and Health & Safety Policy

To represent the theatre at events, conferences and meetings etc

Occasional travel to performances outside Stratford East, or rehearsals in London or elsewhere as required

To undertake any other duties as appropriate to the post

Self-motivated and pro-active approach

Ability and willingness to work flexible hours

An interest in and commitment to developing the next generation of theatre technicians

Person Specification

Essential

At least three years’ experience at a senior level in technical theatre

Production Management experience

Prior experience of coordinating professional theatre projects and delivering them to the highest artistic and technical level

Knowledge and experience of current Health and Safety issues and legislation

Experience of managing and leading a team

Knowledge of production and technical techniques including stage, construction, rigging, lighting, sound and projection

The ability to demonstrate excellent technical and financial control

PC literate (including Word, Excel, Sharepoint)

Proven project management, organisational and time management skills X

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Confident and proven production skills

Ability to interpret / implement technical drawings

Experience of costing, budgeting and financial management

Experience of leading fit-ups, get-outs and technical rehearsals

Experience of successfully working within teams

Ability to work at heights

Desirable

CAD drafting skills (AutoCAD, Vectorworks)

A good network of freelancers working in theatre production

Qualifications a degree in Technical Theatre and / or equivalent professional experience within a theatre environment

Health & Safety qualification or training

Full clean driving license

First aid trained

HOW TO APPLY?

Please note that applications can only be considered if they are submitted through this Online Recruitment System, and returned by the closing date. The closing date for this position is Monday, 14th April 2025.

During the application process, they will ask you to :

1. Upload a current CV detailing a maximum of 10 years of work history, if applicable.

2. Upload a personal statement (cover letter) detailing your suitability for the role, referring to all points in the person specification and job description (1000 words max).

Should you have any access requirements in applying for this role please email us.

PLEASE NOTE

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FROM THE DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE (DBS) BEFORE THE APPOINTMENT IS CONFIRMED. THIS WILL INCLUDE DETAILS OF CAUTIONS, REPRIMANDS OR FINAL WARNINGS, AS WELL AS CONVICTIONS SPENT OR UNSPENT. ONLY RELEVANT CONVICTIONS AND OTHER INFORMATION WILL BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT.

Basic Terms & Conditions

Place of work will be 385 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London SW9 8GL.

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