Production Manager

Eclipse; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Eclipse in Beckenham, London area, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee a portfolio of live event productions. You will manage client relations, coordinate pre-production, and ensure delivery excellence across AV and scenic services.

The role requires a proactive approach, strong budgeting, and hands-on leadership of onsite crews. You’ll work with internal teams to meet client specifications, maintain safety standards, and drive opportunities with existing clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proficient with Audio, Video, Lighting and LED.
• Strong organisational and managerial abilities.
• Experience with Rental Management Systems.
• Basic Vectorworks/CAD knowledge.
• Understanding of health and safety processes.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with clients and visit as needed.
• Discuss event requirements directly with clients.
• Produce quotations and proposals.
• Manage pre-production process including drawings and scenic specs.
• Coordinate delivery and ensure clients receive appropriate technical support.
• Manage all aspects of the delivery process.
• Cost control of project budgets.
• Produce health and safety documentation and floorplans.

Skills

Organizational skills

People management

Client relations

Budget management

Decision making

Tools

Rental management systems

Vectorworks CAD

Job description

Job Title

Production Manager

Location

Beckenham and our London-based partner venues

Hours

0900-1730 Monday – Friday, with a strong requirement for flexibility on hours due to the nature of the role

Contract type

Full Time, Permanent

Salary

Competitive plus benefits

About Eclipse:

Eclipse is an industry leader in live event production, where we craft unforgettable experiences for clients through our cutting-edge audio-visual and scenic solutions. Our dedicated team of professionals brings exceptional events to life in all scales and formats. Currently, we're seeking an organised and detail-oriented Production Manager to join our team.

Production Manager Role:

The management of Eclipse have a shared commitment that the company will provide a profitable delivery of Production Services, combined with outstanding standards of quality; within the management of our own resources, the delivery of our services to each other and to our clients. Within the above commitment you are responsible for the part of our delivery that includes the management of a portfolio of assigned clients and working to develop new business from existing clients and actively seeking new opportunities.

Responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Developing strong relationships and rapport with clients, conducting client visits as necessary and appropriate.
• Discussing event requirements directly with clients.
• Producing accurate quotations and proposal documents.
• Managing all aspects of the pre-production process including technical drawings, design and scenic spec.
• Producing to specifications including liaising with our technical staff, to ensure our clients receive the right level of technical support.
• Managing all aspects of the delivery process.
• Cost control of project budgets.
• Producing and managing all administration documentation relating to a project, including Health & Safety documents and floorplans.
• Producing documentation for the Accounts Department for invoicing.
• Working with the Director of Production and the rest of the team to develop the way we work with our clients.
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Sales and Marketing on the progress of monthly/quarterly targets.
• Collaborate with the Sales team to develop business opportunities.
• Work with existing clients to develop new business.
• Liaising internally and cross departmentally to ensure the highest level of service is received, and all jobs are carried out in accordance with client specific requirements.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Possess in-depth technical production knowledge, specifically working with Audio, Video, Lighting and LED.
• Confident decision making and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organisational and managerial skills.
• Experienced with Rental Management Systems.
• Hold basic Vectorworks / CAD knowledge.
• Understanding of technical schematics.
• Understanding of scenic production workflow and staging.
• Ability to develop strong relationships and rapport with clients.
• Have commercial acumen and ability to control budgets.
• High levels of organisation.
• Experienced in onsite crew management.
• Ability to recognise and minimise health and safety concerns.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to tackling systemic inequalities by being proactive in creating opportunities for people from under-represented groups. With this in mind, we welcome applications from all ethnic backgrounds, religions, gender identifications and sexual orientations, and from anyone who considers themselves to have a disability.

Why Join Us:

At Eclipse, we are committed to fostering a diverse and dynamic work environment where personal and professional growth is encouraged. You'll play an important role in our events’ preparation and delivery, helping us maintain our leading position in the live events industry. Ready to drive your career forward in the thrilling world of live events?