Job Title:
Producer
Location:
Your main place of work will be The Rep in Birmingham, but you may be required to work permanently or temporarily at other locations locally. You may be asked to work temporarily in other locations in the UK.
Working Pattern:
This is permanent contract, subject to successful completion of a probationary period of 3 months.
39 hours per week (full time)
We don’t encourage or expect over time, however, in the event that over time is worked, this may be taken as time off in lieu to be agreed in advance with your line manager.
20 days per year plus bank holidays rising to 25 days.
The holiday year runs from 1 September to 31 August each year.
Salary / Wage Range (£):
32589.96 Annual Salary
Other Salary Information:
32,589.96
• Contributory staff pension, 5% employee and 3% employer
• A day off for your birthday
• Free-to-use employee assistance service
• Staff ticket discount
• Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available)
• Various corporate discounts including 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans
Closing Date:
19-Jun-2023
Interview Date:
29-Jun-2023
Job Purpose
This role is a crucial part of the Producing Team and will be responsible for producing projects that are part of our programme in the House, Studio and Door. The Rep welcomes talented and collaborative individuals who are open-minded, energetic and eager to contribute their ideas and experience as we embark on the exciting journey ahead.
Main Responsibilites
• To deliver productions, co-productions and tours of the theatre’s work at the highest levels of creativity and professionalism.
• To be an active part of the Producing Team, participating in discussions about the overall programme at the Rep and delivering the produced activities around productions which form a core part of the department’s remit (e.g. fundraising galas, Meet The Rep events, development workshops etc.)
• To collaborate closely with the Executive Team, Producing Team and staff at the Rep to ensure that our work is fully integrated into the fabric of the organisation and is supported by colleagues across the building.
A full Job Spec outlining the role and responsibilities will be sent to you if interested in applying
Experience and Skills
• A love of theatre/the arts and an understanding of the impact it can have on the lives of individuals and communities.
• An enthusiasm for and experience of making work with multiple collaborators.
• Experience of artistic collaboration and facilitation.
• Experience managing large-scale productions.
• Proven ability to take the initiative and lead teams under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in negotiating and contracting artists.
• Experience of managing partnerships and building relationships.
• Experience of working with creative talent and with technical/production teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication and influencing skills.
• Strong financial and budget management skills.
• A commitment to championing the equality diversity and inclusion at every level of the organisation and the proven ability to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
• Excellent IT skills including all Microsoft applications.
• Ability to show resilience when dealing with change and ambiguity.
• An eye for detail and accuracy.
If we need to choose between candidates who meet the essential criteria, we may take these factors into account.
• Five years proven experience of developing and producing productions on the mid-large scale.
• Experience of working with the Equity/BECTU/TMA subsidised rep agreements
How to Apply
Email: name and contact details along with your CV and cover letter to; employerengagementteam@solihull.gov.uk and quote Ref: 'Producer'