Production Stage Manager

ArtsHub (UK) Ltd.; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Public holidays

Job summary

Riding Lights Theatre Company is seeking a Production & Stage Manager to lead production activity across Riding Lights and Friargate Theatre in York. You will coordinate productions from ground up and manage technical staff and freelancers with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

Salary is £30,000 per annum for a 35-hour week, with 30 days annual leave plus public holidays. Applicants should have theatre production experience, a full driving licence, and a proactive, collaborative

Qualifications

• Experience in technical or production roles within a producing theatre environment.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, risk assessments, and compliance for theatre/venue management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Formal health and safety qualification and First Aid certificate are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production planning for in-house productions, visiting companies, and hires, acting as the primary point of contact where appropriate.
• Lead on the production and stage management of all Riding Lights projects and productions.
• Maintain production documentation, risk assessments, and working practices in line with current health and safety legislation.
• Contribute to touring and production delivery in a flexible and collaborative manner.
• Lead the production and technical provision for Friargate Theatre.
• Manage and schedule technical staff and freelancers to meet rehearsals, performances, hires, and events.

Skills

Production experience

Health and Safety

Multi-project management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Driving license

Job description

Job Summary

Riding Lights Theatre Company is looking for a Production & Stage Manager to lead on all production activity across Riding Lights and Friargate Theatre in York. You’ll play a central role in bringing our work to life, bringing productions together from the ground up.

Job Description

Are you an experienced production or stage manager ready to lead from the front?

Riding Lights Theatre Company is looking for a Production & Stage Manager to lead on all production activity across Riding Lights and Friargate Theatre in York. You’ll play a central role in bringing our work to life, bringing productions together from the ground up. Managing and scheduling technical staff and freelancers, and keeping risk assessments and production documentation on track. You’ll be the key point of contact for in-house productions, visiting companies, and venue hires.

Whether you’re touring with a Riding Lights production or leading the technical provision at Friargate Theatre, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where no two days are the same.

If you have experience in a producing theatre environment, good knowledge of Health & Safety practice, and the ability to juggle multiple projects under pressure, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary – £30,000 PA35 Hours per week, 30 days annual leave plus public holidays.

Job Requirements

EssentialExperience in technical or production roles within a producing theatre environment.Knowledge of relevant Health & Safety regulations, risk assessments, and compliance requirements for theatre/venue management.Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks, and work under pressure to deadlines.Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise confidently with colleagues, contractors, hirers, and external stakeholders.Full Driving LicenseDesirableExperience working in touring productions.Formal health and safety qualification.First Aid certificate.

Job Responsibilities

Oversee production planning for in-house productions, visiting companies, and hires, acting as the primary point of contact where appropriate.Lead on the production and stage management of all Riding Lights projects and productions. Undertaking production roles as appropriate.Maintain production documentation, risk assessments, and working practices in line with current health and safety legislation.Contribute to touring and production delivery in a flexible and collaborative manner, reflecting the needs of the company’s programme.Lead the production and technical provision for Friargate Theatre.Manage and schedule technical staff and freelancers to meet the needs of rehearsals, performances, hires, and events.Ensure all production equipment is maintained in good working order, logging issues and reporting significant concerns to the Executive Director.With the Executive Director and Facilities Officer lead on ensuring Friargate Theatre meets all compliance.

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