Events and Production Manager

Luminate Education Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job description

Leeds Conservatoire is seeking to engage the services of an experienced live events professional to join the Events Production Team as Events Production Manager to manage the delivery of productions in the School of Drama, to support the academic programme of Actor/Actor Musician and Musical Theatre Students and events in the wider conservatoire.

Interviews to be held during week commencing 5th May 2025.

What You Will Do

The role will involve the front-line management of freelance production staff and actively ensuring all performances and workshops occurring in internal and external performance spaces are supported in the most time-efficient manner. Managing the delivery of production elements including set construction, lighting, sound, and costume ensuring compliance with legislation.

About You

The successful applicant will have extensive experience of producing theatre from a technical background. After the successful launch of the Conservatoire’s Actor/Actor Musician and Musical Theatre degrees, the Production Manager will lead on Year 3 student shows throughout the year ensuring good communication between production teams, creatives, and host venues. Knowledge of current production practices and health and safety will be required to ensure our high standard of delivery.

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This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken by Leeds Conservatoire for the successful candidate.

Benefits

At Leeds Conservatoire, there are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 35 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff).
• The People’s Pension
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as the TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). Staff can also receive discounted tickets to ‘The Venue’.
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus, and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements.

About Us

Leeds Conservatoire is a successful higher education provider dedicated to music, theatre, and performance, offering a vibrant and supportive learning environment for aspiring artists. Our strong industry connections provide students with invaluable real-world experience and opportunities, equipping them for successful careers in the creative sectors.

We pride ourselves on creating a rewarding and stimulating workplace for our staff, fostering collaboration and innovation within a supportive and creative community. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of artists and are proud to contribute to the vibrant cultural landscape of Leeds and beyond.

At Leeds Conservatoire, we offer development opportunities, allowing our staff to thrive alongside a diverse team of leading professionals and talented students. Our state-of-the-art facilities and thriving student community further enhance our creative environment, making it an inspiring place to work and grow.

Safeguarding

At Leeds Conservatoire, we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks, and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives.

Recruitment Agencies

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies we will get in touch with agencies directly.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee/commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.
• Salary - Commencing at £30,960 with progression to £33,814 per annum.
• Frequency - Annual.
• Job Reference - LUM105/1820.
• Contract Type - LC - Full Year - Full Time.