Senior Event Production Manager / Scenic

Overview

We are looking for a creative individual well versed in the world of set building and design.

About Us

We are a creative event production company offering primarily scenery, lighting and AV for a wide range of events, including product launches, corporate and private parties, presentations, festivals and meetings in the UK and occasionally Europe.

More about the position

It is essential in this role that you have experience and a sound knowledge of scenic construction and project management in events that you can demonstrate on your CV.

This role requires technical knowledge and the ability to interpret clients design from concept to reality.

You will produce innovative, eye catching and memorable scenic design and interiors for a wide range of events from corporate and private events, conferences, product launches and weddings.

The postholder will be required to take client briefs, interpret client designs and work with our in house design and technical team to plan the production. Client negotiation, budgeting and crew management are an important part of the role. We expect a strong level of technical knowledge and on site experience. Our competent logistics team and crew provide assistance and back up to what is a demanding and busy role.

The business is fast passed and based upon demanding deadlines, but a good team, creative spirit and lively banter make this easier!

We are looking for someone with passion and spirt to deliver the very best quality and finish with a friendly and approachable manner to each and every project.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a friendly dynamic and growing company in the events industry.

Duties

Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure smooth running of assigned projects from initial design to the set up and breakdown process
2. Liase with clients; develop client’s ideas and requirements into creative quotes and drawing, respond to clients’ changing needs; problem solve.
3. Develop and research original design ideas.
4. Create or be able to brief visualiser where client requires visuals for a quote.
5. Liase with Technical Director where lighting design is required on a project.
6. Source materials, with an emphasis on finding materials and props that are the closest fit to all requirements.
7. Manage schedules for timely production, delivery and breakdown of sets in liaison with Office Assistant and Logistics.
8. Manage the production of sets in liaison with Warehouse production Manager, and freelance staff and with an awareness of the needs of other Project Managers.
9. Manage budgets; maintain budgets sheets, use staff and resources efficiently and effectively.
10. Quality Control; monitor the work of freelance worker and on site delivery
11. Undertake site visits as required.

Health and Safety

Have a working knowledge of health and safety requirements related to sets and materials used.

Provide Method Statements and risk assessments for Clients when requested based upon company H&S policy and documents.

Special Conditions

The holder of this post and the nature of our industry means that unsociable hours including evenings and weekends will be required on occasion.

Person specification

The successful candidate will be,

• A good administrator with management experience
• Have a good knowledge and experience of set build practice
• Have experience in the Live event sector
• Be able to use design software such as Sketch up pro, Auto CAD, Adobe creative suite.
• have experience of logistics operations in a relevant sector
• have had successful experience of handling customers and sub contractors
• be organised and flexible
• be able to work on their own initiative to tight deadlines
• be a problem solver

Conditions of Service

Salary will depend upon the successful candidate’s previous experience and contribution they can make to the business.

The post is based on a 45-hour week, with a Six month trial period.

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