Runaway Entertainment
Job Summary
Job Description
Key Responsibilities include:
*Negotiate and oversee the preparation of all production contracts and policies in line with union agreements.
*Line manage the Production Co-ordinators and Production Assistants.
*Liaise with producers, creative teams, casts and production staff as required.
*Lead on all show-related HR matters.
*Liaise between venues and the company and attend running shows on a regular basis.
*Liaise with the press and marketing teams.
*Manage press/gala nights.
*Work closely with the Production Manager of each show.
*Arrange all production-related insurance.
*Monitor all areas of the production budget.
*Check and approve weekly production payrolls.
*Check and approve production-related invoices.
*Attend theatre industry events, meetings and training where required.
*Attend Runaway internal meetings and provide GM reports/updates to the wider team as required.
*Support the Head of Production and Producers with other ad hoc tasks.
Job Requirements
Significant experience as a General Manager in a professional theatre production environment – at least 2 prior roles as a General Manager.
Knowledge of the relevant theatre union agreements.
Strong negotiation skills and a personable approach.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to work with a varied and heavy workload and to juggle competing priorities
Excellent face-to-face, written, numeracy and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
Tact, diplomacy and discretion.
A flexible approach to working hours.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required and willingness to cover other roles if necessary.
A passion for theatre and a sense of humour.
Job Overview
- Job Title: General Manager
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours:
Full time - Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Tue, 30 Jun 2026
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Location:
London
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