Production Manager at Battersea Arts Centre
Application closing date: 6 Sep 2026 10:00pm
Based: London
Salary: £34,000 gross per annum
Position: Manager
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Job Description
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.