Riding Lights Theatre Company
- Contact name: Oliver Brown
- Contact email: [email protected]
Job Summary
Job Description
Technical & Production
Manage the technical provision for Friargate Theatre, ensuring all activity is adequately supported and staffed.
Ensure all technical equipment is maintained in good repair, reporting concerns to Executive Director.
Support Riding Lights productions in appropriate roles as required, this could include, but not limited to; Production Management, Stage Management, and Touring Technician.
Manage all casual and freelance technical staff.
Operations
Lead on all building maintenance, compliance, and inspections.
Ensure all Regular inspection and servicing is carried out in a timely manner, and logged on Blue Lemon.
Lead on communication with external contractors.
Lead the management of Blue Lemon, ensure the company is compliant with all H&S regulations.
Management of all company vehicles, including all servicing and ensure they are kept in good working repair.
Lead on all building hires, in conjunction with Executive Director, to maximize income. Manage all the communication with building hirers.
Lead on building preparation of all hires and events.
Manage caf and bar stocking.
Support the scheduling of Friargate Theatre spaces.
Manage facilities officer to ensure Friargate Theatre is kept presentable at all times.
Coordinate the use of building volunteers.
Job Requirements
Essential
Proven experience in technical or production roles within a producing theatre environment.
Skill in programming and operation of technical theatre equipment. Knowledge of relevant Health & Safety regulations, risk assessments, and compliance requirements for theatre/venue management.
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail (e.g. record-keeping on compliance systems such as Blue Lemon).
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks, and work under pressure to deadlines.
Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise confidently with colleagues, contractors, hirers, and external stakeholders.
Full Driving Licence
Desirable
Experience working in touring productions.
Experience of production management in a theatre setting.
Formal health and safety qualification.
First Aid certificate.
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