Closing date - 27 October
Interview date - w/c 10 November
Salary - £50,000 per annum

Please feel free to contact us at recruitment@factoryinternational.org if you require any support in completing your application. 

Senior Production Manager (Produced) Job Pack - download here

The Senior Production Manager (Produced) will lead the planning and delivery of multiple projects simultaneously. Depending on the programme, you may take ownership entirely or lead specific components as part of the larger production management team. You’ll also have line management responsibilities, supporting development and performance plus recruit and induct freelancers as required.

In addition to line management duties this is a hands-on role, and the Senior Production Manager will oversee the delivery of the physical production of a variety of projects across Factory International’s programs of work with a particular focus on our produced and artistic project, supporting corporate and music projects at peak times as required.

This position is ideal for an experienced production manager a proven track record in taking projects from ideation through to delivery. You will collaborate closely with internal teams—including the Producing and Creative Engagement Teams—as well as with external co-producers.

Reporting to Technical Director, you will be accountable for all aspects of technical delivery. You’ll be expected to ensure events are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard, contributing to the overall project success.

The key responsibilities for the Senior Production Manager (Produced) include;

• Working closely with the creative team to manage and facilitate the delivery of all the physical elements of the project (to include but not limited to set, props, costume, lighting, sound, video, people flying and rigging) including any planning and provision/s required for co-commissioner presentations. This will include liaising and negotiating with builders and suppliers as necessary
• Supporting the Producing and Creative Engagement teams with Artist visits. Developing and maintaining good relationships and leading production calls and meetings when referencing technical requirements
• Undertaking professional and timely communications with clients including taking concise and accurate briefs and offering creative and technical input, maximising opportunities for added value to creative teams
• Line management of permanent and temporary Production Managers and to oversee the recruitment and induction of contract Factory International staff as appropriate
• Effectively monitoring and forecasting event budgets, ensuring that productions are delivered to requirements maximizing production value, within allocated budget. Ensuring that potential variances are promptly identified and addressed appropriately, escalating issues or concerns as appropriate
• Working together with the Producing Team and Head of Technical to recruit technical personnel as required to install and de-install the physical elements of the project, this includes show running, and maintenance teams as required
• Arranging transport for the physical elements of the production and securing storage as required, including arranging Carnet as required
• Establishing production schedules for the project and communicating the content of those schedules effectively to relevant parties within a timeframe agreed with the Producer
• Attending all meetings, site visits, installation, de-installation, including overseeing show maintenance where appropriate
• Establishing a good working relationship with the key departments within Factory International
• Ensuring that all production elements are delivered to the highest Health and Safety standards and within all current legislation
• Writing risk assessments and method statements for the production and collating risk assessments from specialist suppliers/contractors if appropriate. Keeping the event plan up to date. This will involve ensuring that the project is delivered with proper regard for the safety of the Artist, technical staff and public and all current Health and Safety legislation and regulations are fully observed. Making sure that all set elements and props are properly fireproofed and conform to BS476 PT 7 and any local standards as required
• Compiling and delivering (within two weeks of the close of the Project) a project pack as reference material for possible future presentations of the project. The pack would cover all technical aspects relevant to installing the artwork elsewhere, including all plans
• Ensure that all paperwork pertaining to the technical and production aspects of the artwork are up to date and any changes are noted and communicated to the Company’s Producer until delivery of the project manual

The person specification for the Senior Production Manager (Produced) are;

ESSENTIAL

• Substantive track record in production management in one or more artform, eg Theatre, Large Scale Visual Arts, Immersive Productions
• Up to date knowledge of technical production (e.g., lighting, sound, video, rigging, set construction, wardrobe etc), or relevant and proven knowledge from equivalent fields. (This can be from an art form)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong relationships
• Strong negotiation skills with an understanding of the needs of delivering live events for third party partners and promoters
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, guidance and practical implementation
• Proven experience of producing technical plans and diagrams, proficiency in CAD
• Commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation with a proven ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds

DESIRABLE

• Experience of working with a commercial events team
• IOSH qualification NEBOSH preferred
• IPAF 3a&3b telehandler and forks accreditation
• Enthusiasm for training, mentoring and support of emerging talent

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