Junior Production Manager, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

BBC; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading orchestra as a Junior Production Manager, overseeing staging and logistics for performances. This role involves collaboration with production teams and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal for candidates passionate about orchestral music and event management.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Training and development programs

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on health care and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Understanding of orchestra layouts and instruments.
• Experience in directing and supervising staff and freelancers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage staging, logistics, and technical aspects for performances.
• Ensure compliance with BBC safety standards.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders for event execution.

Skills

Planning

Teamwork

Communication

Health & Safety Knowledge

Tools

Visio

Hydrock systems

Casella meters

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Package Description

Job Reference: 23487

Band: C

Salary: £35,200 - £41,167 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

Contract type: Permanent full-time role. The working pattern will be varied according to the orchestra schedule.

Location: Office Base is Glasgow.

Benefits

• Excellent career progression opportunities within the BBC.
• Unrivalled training and development programs through the in-house Academy.
• Benefits include a negotiable salary package, 25 days annual leave with options to buy extra days, a pension scheme, and discounts on dental, health care, gym memberships, and more.

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Freelancers may apply if on a Worker Contract and have worked continuously for 6 months. Those with less than 6 months or a break of 3 weeks or more need HR approval before applying.

Job Introduction

The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra (BBCSSO) seeks a dedicated Junior Production Manager to oversee staging, logistics, and technical requirements for performances, broadcasts, and recordings. The role involves coordinating events at City Halls, outside broadcasts, and international tours, working closely with radio and production teams. The role also involves leading health & safety efforts, noise monitoring, and mitigation.

Main Responsibilities

1. Plan, manage, and supervise staging, logistics, and technical aspects for performances and recordings at various venues, collaborating with radio and production teams.
2. Create stage plans using Viso software in coordination with the radio production team.
3. Lay the stage and supervise truck load-ins and load-outs with freelance crew.
4. Ensure all activities comply with BBC safety standards, including noise awareness and safety protocols.
5. Participate in planning meetings to advise and collaborate on schedules and technical arrangements.
6. Coordinate with Glasgow Life, freelancers, and other stakeholders for smooth event execution locally and internationally.
7. Manage and book freelancers effectively.
8. Supervise noise monitoring using Hydrock systems and Casella meters.
9. Organize instrument and backline hires with producers and percussion sections.
10. Lead health and safety initiatives across venues.
11. Manage venue and instrument stores.
12. Organize truck bookings and maintain good relationships with transport providers.

Candidate Requirements

• Understanding of orchestra layouts and instruments.
• Strong planning and IT skills, with a willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to influence, lead, and communicate diplomatically.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety practices.
• Experience and confidence in directing and supervising staff and freelancers.

About The BBC

The BBC prioritizes internal redeployment and values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and flexible working arrangements.

Note: Employment screening, including reference and eligibility checks, will be conducted for successful candidates.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
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