Dy Manager, AV (Production)

JOB PURPOSE

The individual will be responsible for all aspects of the physical production, management of all production and technical staff and facilities and theatre maintenance

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Functional

· To head up the school production department and manage production staff and their duties

· To be responsible for all physical aspects of all productions at the school premises, this could include in-house and visiting productions in the main auditorium and studio spaces

· To plan and maintain production schedules for each show, in consultation with all stakeholders

· To work closely with show directors, department heads, production staff and show cast and provide guidance regarding set design, lighting design, sound design, creative content design and all other aspects of the production

· Preparing and maintaining construction drawings for all scenery elements and a detailed production agenda for each show

· To be responsible for budget management of production

· To organise and lead regular meetings with cast and production staff

· To establish, adopt & maintain useful and appropriate policies and practices for the efficient running of productions, programs and internal & external events

· Foster a professional, collegial relationship with all production coordinators, and school personnel involved in productions, programs and internal & external events

· Manage “student auditorium employees” who assist in setting-up productions, running performances, and striking internal & external events

· To ensure that Risk Assessments are regularly carried out for the premises for every production in line with the company Health and Safety Policy and that all members involved in the production are trained in and comply with emergency and safety procedures

· To keep stage, backstage and control room areas clean, organized and tidy

· To manage maintenance issues, ensure all equipment is in good working condition, and to contribute to any upgrade work in the auditorium and backstage spaces as and when required

Skills Requirement

· An affinity for the mission, vision and work of the company and a passion to help achieve the company’s success

· Experience of working in a busy internal & external events environment, being calm under pressure and being able to multitask

· Experience of working with and managing freelance creative staff, production staff and stage managers

· Excellent schedule and budget management

· Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with people at all levels, both internally and externally

· Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment and be a good team player

· Knowledge of theatre health and safety

· Must have good understanding of the technical aspects of the production and be willing to be trained in all aspects of theater technology including but not limited to:

a) Stage lighting

b) Stage lighting controls

c) Stage rigging

d) Production of sound systems

e) Production video systems

f) Production intercom systems

g) Livestreaming systems

h) Anything associated with event spaces

People Interaction

· Conduct training to equip staff and students with knowledge on operation of audio-visual equipment, as well as video recording and editing of school internal & external events

Others

· Cover duties of other colleagues in their absence

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in production related or equivalent.

Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience in production management

Working Schedule:
5.5 days
On-site