Production and Technical Manager

Job Summary

The Production & Technical Manager will support the planning & delivery of our productions, tours & projects - helping ensure work is delivered smoothly, sustainably & with care. A significant part of the role will involve touring shows across the UK & Ireland. Full time, 9 month fixed term contract.

Job Description

LAStheatre is an award winning, artist led theatre company rooted in East Kent and touring across the UK & Ireland. We are entering an exciting new phase of organisational growth, with a growing touring portfolio & ambitious plans for future productions & community projects. We are now looking for a Production & Technical Manager to join us & play a central role in delivering that work.

This is a new role at LAStheatre & a genuine opportunity to help shape how the company works as it grows.

We are looking for someone practical, organised, calm under pressure & collaborative - someone who enjoys helping ambitious creative projects run well & supporting artists & collaborators to do their best work.

Key Responsibilities

• Tour Delivery & Company Management
  • Act as company manager during touring periods
  • Take lead responsibility for smooth running of productions on tour
  • Drive company van & transport touring equipment
  • Coordinate travel, accommodation & practical touring logistics
  • Support performers & creative teams while on tour
  • Maintain a calm, organised & supportive touring environment
  • Ensure productions are delivered safely & professionally
• Technical & Production Management
  • Lead get ins & get outs at all venues
  • Operate productions on tour
  • Liaise with venue technical teams & advance tour requirements
  • Maintain technical documentation & touring packs
  • Oversee touring equipment & production logistics
  • Support rehearsal & production periods
• Planning & Administration
  • Maintain production schedules & timelines
  • Prepare & distribute production information to all relevant parties
  • Support project administration & scheduling
  • Help maintain organisational systems, documentation & archives
  • Support development of operational systems & workflows
• Organisational Support
  • Help build sustainable operational structures across the company
  • Support freelancers & collaborators across projects
  • Contribute to the long term operational development of LAStheatre

Job Requirements

• Strong technical theatre skills, particularly in lighting and/or sound
• Experience in touring, stage management and/or production management
• Experience of small or mid scale touring contexts
• Full, clean UK driving licence - confident driver
• Highly organised, with a strong ability to prioritise tasks & meet deadlines
• High level of accuracy & attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills - clear, warm & direct
• Skilled at planning ahead & problem solving under pressure
• Confident working independently on the road
• Able to work with tact & care when supporting people
• Flexible & adaptable within a small, collaborative team
• A genuine interest in theatre for young audiences, participation & community focused work
• Positive, can do attitude

Contract & Location

Salary: £30,000 per annum
Contract type: Full time, 9 month fixed term with potential for extension
Hours: Full time 40 hours per week - intensive during touring and production periods, with TOIL to balance
Location: Based in Thanet, Kent with some remote working flexibility