Description
ROYO is looking for a Production Coordinator to join its busy production office. Recent and current productions include 13 Going On 30 The Musical, Kinky Boots, HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical, NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, Police Cops The Musical & OSCAR At The Crown.
Responsibilities will include:
- Assisting the General Manager with planning for new productions including budget coordination, negotiating and contracting team members, and general administration as required.
- Assisting the General Manager with the smooth running of current productions including liaising with the company manager, press and marketing and production management.
- Working with the creative teams on casting where necessary, and work with casting directors to co-ordinate the casting process with the creative team.
- Co-ordinating the recruitment process and appointments of technical staff.
- Keeping accurate records of deals done and maintaining a contractual schedule across all productions and projects.
- Negotiating deals for creative teams, cast and stage management in line with budget and union agreements both independently and in collaboration with the Directors.
- Supporting the Producers and General Managers in distributing information of the investment financial details.
- Booking travel and accommodation for show personnel as necessary and working within budgets set by the General Manager.
- Maintaining a working knowledge and understanding of all areas of production, including Union Agreements, Insurance policies and Employer responsibilities.
- Coordinating logistics relating to marketing and promotional activities and events.
- Coordinating opening night parties and gifts and ensuring the smooth running of such events.
- Providing financial administration in regard to Payroll and Invoices as directed.
- Coordinating and administrating theatre contra settlements.
- Providing general organisation, administration and support to the Directors and General Managers.
- Assisting with the management and training of Production Assistant.
- Attending productions on a regular basis as required.
- A minimum of 1 year as a Production Coordinator or 3 years of relevant professional experience in a theatrical production and/or general management role.
- Experience and confidence in negotiating deals with third parties.
- Experience in managing budgets for touring and west end productions.
- Highly organised, efficient and collaborative approach to working as part of a team.
- Computer literacy including knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook is essential.
- Strong ability to problem solve and work under pressure.
- A high degree of attention to detail.
- A flexible approach to working hours.
- A proven interest and commitment to working in theatre.
- Excellent communication and computing skills.
To coordinate productions alongside the General Manager and Producers on tours and in the West End.