Production Leader - Performing Arts - 4 Month Fixed Term Contract

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; Birmingham; Sur place; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

25 days holiday per year (FTE)

Résumé du poste

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited is seeking a Production Leader for Performing Arts in Birmingham on a 4-month fixed-term contract. You will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of college productions, working with students, staff and industry professionals to ensure high quality outcomes.

You will develop schedules, manage rehearsals and get-outs, coordinate resources and support budgets while upholding safety standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in production management, production coordination or stage management within performing arts or live events.
• Strong ability to plan and deliver productions from planning through to delivery.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience maintaining production schedules and technical documentation.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate the planning and delivery of productions, performances and events in the college setting.
• Develop and maintain production schedules and related documentation.
• Act as a point of contact with students, academic teams, staff, freelancers, suppliers and venue partners.
• Coordinate rehearsals, technical runs, performances and get-outs and resolve day-to-day challenges.
• Support production requirements including scenery, props, costumes, equipment, procurement and logistics.
• Provide guidance to students to develop professional working practices.
• Assist management of production budgets and procurement records.
• Ensure activities comply with health and safety requirements and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate production records and inventories.

Description du poste

Production Leader - Performing Arts - 4 Month Fixed Term Contract

Production Leader - Performing Arts - 4 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Birmingham

Our client's College is passionate about helping the next generation of Performers develop the skills, confidence and experience needed to build successful careers in the creative industries.

With a strong reputation for excellence in performing arts training, they provide a supportive and professionally focused learning environment where students are challenged to grow as Performers and Creative Practitioners. Taught by experienced industry professionals, their students graduate with the practical skills, resilience and industry insight needed to thrive across stage, screen and digital media.

About the Role

As Production Lead, you will play a key role in the planning, coordination and delivery of productions, performances and events across the College. Working closely with the Production Manager, academic colleagues, students and industry professionals, you will help create an industry-standard environment that supports both outstanding student experiences and high-quality production outcomes.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate the planning and delivery of productions, performances and events, ensuring activities are delivered safely and effectively.
• Develop and maintain production schedules, operational plans and associated documentation to support successful delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact, working closely with students, academic teams, technical staff, freelance practitioners, suppliers and venue partners.
• Coordinate rehearsals, technical runs, performances and get-outs, adapting plans and resolving day-to-day challenges as required.
• Support the coordination of production requirements, including scenery, props, costume, equipment, procurement and logistics.
• Provide guidance and support to students, helping to develop professional working practices within a positive and inclusive environment.
• Support the management of production budgets, procurement activity and associated records.
• Ensure production activities are delivered in line with health and safety requirements, University policies and industry best practice.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventories and operational documentation.

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in production management, production coordination, stage management, technical theatre or a similar performing arts environment.
• Experience coordinating productions, performances or live events from planning through to delivery.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience producing and maintaining schedules, technical documentation, risk assessments or related production records.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within theatre, live performance or event environments.
• The ability to work independently, use sound judgement and adapt to changing priorities when required.
• Experience coordinating resources, schedules and operational requirements to support the successful delivery of productions, performances or events.
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to creating a safe, professional and inclusive environment for students and colleagues.

Why Our Client?

They are a values-led organisation, meaning their core values underpin all that they do:

Believe in Everyone. Challenge the Norm. Grow Together. Do the Right Thing. Own It.

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)

They continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that they truly represent their diverse communities. They particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in their organisation.

They are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of their students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.

This role is offered as a four-month fixed-term contract, running from February to May 2027 (inclusive).

Interviews are likely to take place on 26th of November.