Job description

Do you want to be part of the RSC’s exciting new artistic programme, working with leading artists across multiple theatre spaces in Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond?

Do you have you a proven track record of managing productions at the highest artistic and technical level?

Are you an excellent communicator and team leader, able to motivate and inspire across departments?

We are looking for a highly experienced Production Manager to lead the delivery of the artistic team’s vision for RSC productions and events.

Based in Stratford-upon-Avon, you will manage the safety, sustainability, schedules, budgets, and resources on productions across three theatres, from the intimate performances in The Other Place, through to large scale shows in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. You will also have opportunities to work beyond Stratford as part of our programme of work in London, national touring and beyond.

You will be working collaboratively and cross departmentally with highly skilled colleagues, including in-house specialist teams at our scenic and costume workshops and stage operations departments.

Reporting to the Technical Director, key responsibilities include (please see the full job description and person specification for the comprehensive list):
– Managing the production process from design through to delivery on stage.
– Building strong working relationships with creative, production and producing teams.
– Ensuring productions meet Theatre Green Book baseline standards.
– Overseeing efficient management of fit-ups, technical rehearsals, get-outs and touring logistics.
– Leading and chairing key design and production meetings and ensuring technical plans are distributed.
– Ensuring productions are delivered within budget and resources.
– Promoting a safe working culture by ensuring compliance with CDM, risk assessments and safe working practices.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Apply via careers.rsc.org.uk