Production Manager

Battersea Arts Centre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary tickets

Health Assured EAP

Cycle to Work

Nest Pension (NEST)

Staff cafe discount

Development Days

Job summary

Battersea Arts Centre is seeking a Production Manager to coordinate and deliver the technical and production requirements for hires, events and programming across BAC venues. Working closely with the Senior Production Manager and technical teams, you will lead planning, budgeting and resource management to ensure safe, high‑quality delivery.

This hands‑on role involves directing crews, maintaining safety standards, and developing efficient systems for projects of varying scale, while aligning

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of theatre and event production techniques across lighting, sound, AV and staging.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of production management processes, scheduling and resource planning.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and technical drawings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of PUWER, COSHH, LOLER, and CDM
• Knowledge of rigging techniques and safe working practices.
• Understanding of data networks for technical production (ArtNet, sACN, Dante), including basic fault finding.
• Familiarity with ETC lighting consoles and Yamaha sound desks, alongside playback software such as QLab.
• Understanding of venue-based production operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production and technical delivery of small to medium-scale productions, events, hires, conferences and performances across BAC's venues.
• Support the Senior Production Manager on large-scale, complex and multi-space projects.
• Cost, advance, plan and deliver projects from enquiry through to completion.
• Lead on venue layouts, technical planning and event logistics for assigned projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on budget and to a high standard.
• Provide production management support across BAC's wider programme and commercial activity.

Skills

Theatre production

Health & safety

Production planning

COSHH/PUWER/LOLER/CDM

Rigging

Network basics (ArtNet/sACN/Dante)

ETC lighting

Yamaha consoles

Venue operations

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Applications close 10pm Sunday 6 September 2026. Successful shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an initial interview on the week commencing 21 September 2026.
We can provide a BSL interpreter if required.

The Role

Responsible to: Head of Production & Technical

Working Closely with: Senior Technician, Technicians, Operations, Producing and Event Delivery

Responsible for: Production Manager

This role will be part of BAC’s Production & Technical Team. It may be expected to contribute to a range of workstreams, but the role will primarily lead on all our Technical work as set out below.

General Description

The Production Manager is responsible for coordinating and delivering the technical and production requirements for hires, events and artistic programming across Battersea Arts Centre. Working closely with the Senior Production Manager, Head of Production & Technical and technical teams, they will lead the planning and delivery of projects of varying scale, ensuring the effective deployment of resources, clear communication between stakeholders and high standards of technical and production delivery. The role is responsible for production coordination, scheduling, budgeting, health and safety compliance, and the management of freelance and in house technical resources. As a hands-on member of the Production & Technical team, the Production Manager will also contribute to the practical delivery of productions and events, applying technical skills across BAC's venues to help ensure all activity is delivered safely, smoothly and to an exceptional standard.

The culture at BAC is a collaborative and open one. We work in an open plan space with no closed private offices and frequently work across teams and roles. We are lucky to have an outdoor terrace adjoined to the office which is particularly nice in the summer months. There’s a good culture of people taking lunch breaks away from desks and two equipped kitchen and eating areas where the team tend to spend their down time. We organise regular social events and things can get competitive at our annual sports day and Christmas quiz. Though to be clear, spectating is respected as much as taking part here at BAC!

Role Responsibilities

Strategic/Project Delivery

• Lead the production and technical delivery of small to medium-scale productions, events, hires, conferences and performances across BAC's venues.

• Support the Senior Production Manager on large-scale, complex and multi-space projects.

• Cost, advance, plan and deliver projects from enquiry through to completion.

• Lead on venue layouts, technical planning and event logistics for assigned projects.

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on budget and to a high standard.

• Provide production management support across BAC's wider programme and commercial activity.

Team and Collaboration

• Work closely with artists, clients, visiting companies and internal teams to deliver successful projects, giving technical support & advice.

• Working closely with the Event Delivery Team to ensure all technical requirements for events are fully met.

• Plan and coordinate technicians, casual crew and suppliers for assigned activity.

• Support the development of positive working relationships with contractors and technical suppliers.

• Provide day-to-day coordination and guidance to technical teams during project delivery.

• Ensure visiting companies and contractors are safely inducted and supported, including delivering site inductions and toolbox talks.

• Escalate complex operational matters to the Senior Production Manager where appropriate.

• Lead by example in your conduct and approach, providing mentoring, in depth training and support to team members across the P&T team.

Skills Contribution

• Apply practical technical knowledge across lighting, sound, AV, staging and production systems.

• As required, programme lighting boards and operate show cues during events.

• Support the management and maintenance of technical equipment and production resources.

• Prepare and review risk assessments, method statements and technical documentation.

• Contribute to developing efficient production and technical systems and processes.

• Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation, industry standards and technical practices.

• Actively maintain high standards of presentation, safety, and readiness across all performance and technical spaces.

Business Delivery

• Manage assigned production budgets and maintain accurate financial records.

• Ensure staffing, equipment and resources are allocated effectively.

• Prepare quotations, production schedules and technical specifications.

• Support commercial hires, conferences, rehearsals, performances and events across BAC.

• Maintain production records and ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.

• Co-ordinate the maintenance and repairs of technical equipment, storage spaces and consumable stock across the building; ensuring all systems are in good working order and asset register is up to date.

• To adhere to all Health and Safety procedures and Council Licensing guidelines, and to comply with BAC’s Health and Safety policy as required by law and to minimise the risk of injury and accidents.

• Support with maintaining COSHH records, ensuring compliance and awareness across the team.

• Support with PAT testing schedule and ensure records are maintained.

General Tasks

• Be an active participant in BAC’s wider creative life, attending performances and events, and supporting the venue’s public-facing activities.
• Contribute to staff meetings, cross-team collaborations, and organisational initiatives that support BAC’s mission and continuous improvement culture.
• Maintain professional development, staying informed of trends in hospitality, retail, and event services to bring fresh ideas and improvements.
• Ensure that BAC’s values of inclusivity, sustainability, and generosity are reflected in all aspects of your work and team leadership.
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the leadership of BAC.

Person Specification

When we shortlist, we use these criteria to select the best candidates.

Knowledge:
the understanding of a subject or information that a candidate has

Essential:

• Good knowledge of theatre and event production techniques across lighting, sound, AV and staging.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of production management processes, scheduling and resource planning.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and technical drawings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation including PUWER, COSHH, LOLER, and CDM
• Knowledge of rigging techniques and safe working practices.
• Understanding of data networks for technical production (e.g. ArtNet, sACN, Dante), including basic fault finding.
• Familiarity with ETC lighting consoles and Yamaha sound desks, alongside playback software such as QLab.
• Understanding of venue-based production operations.

Desirable:

• IOSH or similar qualification.
• Knowledge of Theatre Green Book principles and sustainable production practices.
• Knowledge of touring theatre and event production.
• Knowledge of commercial event delivery.
• IPAF and/or PASMA licence.
• Knowledge of ETC lighting equipment and Digital sound desks.
• ABTT rigging qualifications or equivalent.

Experience:
the practical application of the knowledge that a candidate has acquired through working or living

Essential

• Minimum 3 years' experience working in a production and technical environment.
• Experience delivering productions, events or projects from planning through to delivery.
• Experience leading fit-ups, technical rehearsals, performances and get-outs.
• Experience managing budgets and production expenditure.
• Experience supervising technicians, freelancers or casual crew.
• Experience producing production schedules, risk assessments and technical documentation.
• Experience working with artists, visiting companies or clients.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a receiving theatre or arts centre.
• Experience delivering commercial events and conferences.
• Experience of site-specific or non-traditional performance work.
• Experience of filming and recordings.
• Experience supporting festivals or large-scale events.

Skills:
the specific abilities that a candidate has acquired through practice or training

Essential:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good technical understanding across production disciplines.
• Strong budgeting and planning skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively whilst exercising initiative.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with artists, clients, creative teams and technical departments.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and plans.
• Ability to identify production challenges and develop practical, creative solutions.
• Demonstrable experience in at least three of the following areas:

• Theatre electrics, lighting systems, and electrical safety
• Live sound, including system set-up, mixing, and operation
• Stage carpentry and scenic construction / fit-ups
• Audio-visual systems and integration
• Competent use of MS Office and production planning software

Desirable:

• Practical experience operating lighting, sound or AV systems.
• Experience creating CAD plans and venue layouts.
• Experience training or supervising junior staff.
• Experience of managing stock, equipment & inventories.
• Experience of electrical building maintenance.

Values:
the behaviours a candidate should be able to demonstrate

At BAC, we expect our staff to subscribe to the values inscribed on the building: “Not for me, not for you, but for us.” This means we strive for inclusion, equity and fairness in everything that we do.

• Passion and enthusiasm for supporting artists, audiences and clients.
• Interest in cutting-edge theatre and new work.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

Terms & Conditions

This role is rota’d across daytime, evening and weekend shifts and spends time both operationally and in the office. We offer flexible working where possible.

Regular evening and weekend work will be required.

All staff at Battersea Arts Centre are expected to attend performances and events and be a part of the artistic life of the organisation.

Salary
£34,000 gross per annum

Hours
35 hours per week, excluding a daily one-hour lunch break

Overtime
No overtime payments; TOIL system

Annual Leave
4 weeks per year, pro rata (5 weeks following one full year of service)

Probation period
3 months, with a 6 week review

Notice period
3 months

Contract Period
Permanent

Pension Scheme
BAC’s pension scheme provided by NEST

Staff Benefits
Complimentary tickets (subject to availability and staff ticket policy)

Employment Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured,

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discount in the BAC cafe (subject to discount policy)

5 Development Days (pro rata)