Deputy Stage Manager

Barbican; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts centre in London is seeking an experienced Deputy Stage Manager to aid in managing day-to-day operations of concerts and events. Responsibilities include supervision of the stage team, event health and safety compliance, and liaising with artists. The ideal candidate will possess strong management and communication skills, and should be flexible, as weekend and evening work will be part of the role. Join us in delivering world-class performances and inspire audiences across the city.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in complex events within the entertainment industry.
• Ability to manage teams and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of event staging and health and safety regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day operation and supervision of events.
• Oversee load-ins and load-outs for performances.
• Liaise with artists and ensure crew assignments.

Skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Event staging knowledge

Health and Safety regulations knowledge

Job description

The Barbican is a multidisciplinary international arts centre in the City of London.

Across its theatres, concert halls, cinemas, galleries, business venues, public and community spaces, the Barbican showcases the most exciting artists and performers from around the world, pushing traditional artistic boundaries and helping us understand our lives in new and unexpected ways. Each year, the Centre presents hundreds of different performances, events and exhibitions that entertain and inspire millions of people, create connections, provoke debate, and reflect the world we live in.

Firmly rooted in its neighbourhood, the Barbican collaborates on projects with local communities, and supports young people and emerging talent to develop their artistic practice and access jobs in the creative industry.

Our boundary-pushing music programme is renowned for its range, ambition, and inclusivity. Alongside our partners, we provide some of the most exciting musical experiences in the capital, from dazzling classical concerts and opera to unique shows with leading contemporary artists, cutting‑edge electronic creations, durational experiences, and cross‑arts collaborations.

The role

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Deputy Stage Manager to assist with the day‑to‑day operation, supervision, and delivery of our world class programme in the Concert Hall and associated onsite and offsite locations. These include classical and contemporary music concerts and events, as well as a large programme of commercial activity.

In this varied role, you will be involved in assisting with stage management, including team supervision and event health and safety, attending rehearsals, overseeing load‑ins and ‑outs, artist liaison, ensuring stage crew is assigned and maintenance tasks. With your working knowledge of event staging procedures and orchestra set‑ups, you’ll also have an applied knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and proven experience of working on complex events in the entertainment industry, ideally from a multi‑arts venue Concert Hall or similar environment.

The ideal candidate will have excellent management and communication skills, with a positive attitude, even under challenging circumstances. The ability to multi‑task and lead a team with excellent interpersonal skills is essential.

Weekend and evening work will be an integral part of the job as required, so a flexible approach is crucial.

• Please note that this is not a theatrical Deputy Stage Management position and, therefore, “calling of performances” or “prompt copy creation” are not essential requirements of the post in rehearsals. *