General Manager

  • Contract
  • London

Jamie Wilson Productions


Job Summary

This role would be best suited to someone with 2-3 years of experience working at a senior level with management responsibilities.

Job Description

The General Manager will be at the heart of productions and lead all operational, financial, and managerial areas. They will work closely with Jamie and the Senior Leadership Team and alongside creative teams, co-producers, production and production teams. They will support and line manage a general management team consisting of an Associate/Assistant General Manager and Production Assistant.

The General Manager will be the senior point of contact for all personnel working on their appointed production/s and will ensure that their production/s are delivered to the highest creative standards, within budget, and with a positive working culture.

Alongside applicants with direct General Management experience people who may be Company Managers, Independent Producers, Producers in the subsidised theatre sector or experience managing professional theatre productions would be in a strong position to apply.

Job Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in theatre general management, producing or management.
  • Strong leadership skills with at least 1-2 years’ experience of managing production teams.
  • Knowledge, understanding and experience of theatre union agreements.
  • Proven track record of managing budgets, contracts, and HR processes, and of liaising with unions, agents, and financial partners.
  • Experience of solving problems and leading teams under pressure.
  • Ability to respond to matters in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to maintain strong relationships with a wide range of partners.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in contract negotiations and financial management.
  • A commitment to developing and maintaining an inclusive and positive work environment.
  • A proactive, can-do attitude, with a calm, patient and approachable manner.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: General Manager
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Wed, 04 Jun 2025

  • Location:

    London

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