Jobs/Opportunities
Our current costs for advertisements are:
£25 per advert on our website (this will also be sent directly to our freelancers)
£5 per advert on our social media (this will be on our instagram and twitter)
If you send us more than 5 jobs on one advert post there will be a higher fee.
If you would like to proceed, we require the following: Please email info@backstageniche.com
Please send adverts two weeks before the deadline or minimum one week before deadline
To avoid confusion, please state in your email if you would like a website post and socials or just one of the posts
A copy for the advert (please include any dates)
A company logo (jpeg or png file)
A copy for social media (if you also want this)
Any relevant attachments such as job requirements/person specification or forms for application
BRIXTON HOUSE
Production Manager with Deputy Technical Manager Responsibilities
Brixton House is more than just a cultural space; it is a vibrant community hub where creativity thrives, voices are heard, and everyone is welcomed and celebrated. We invite you to join us in our mission to enrich lives through the power of the arts.
Our vision is to empower the undervalued, unheard, and excluded communities through our creative and cultural spaces. We believe in creating a haven where every voice matters, where stories from all walks of life can be shared and celebrated. Our mission is rooted in the rich and influential history of Ovalhouse Theatre, from which Brixton House has emerged as a dynamic new cultural hub. We are dedicated to presenting and collaborating with voices and perspectives that are often marginalised in mainstream funded culture.
Our commitment to building a strong connection with our community is reflected in our core values:
Always be welcoming to our international community
Be radical and progressive in our thinking and activities
Be collaborative in our ambitions – nurturing new relationships locally, and beyond Brixton
Most importantly, always celebrate our unique identity and growing accomplishments
Purpose of the role
The Production Manager plays a key role in delivering all aspects of the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations on time and within budget.
The role works closely with the Head of Technical, Production and Building services, Senior Producer, and Events team in scheduling, and delivering all technical and production services for all events and activities across Brixton House’s programme.
The Production Manager engages directly with creative teams, event clients, production companies and others, and leads their teams to use their expertise collaboratively and creatively to advise, support and deliver all technical and production services.
HOW TO APPLY?
Please note, previous applicants need not apply.
The closing date for this position is Monday, 26 May 2025 23.59.
Interviews: Week commencing 2 June 2025.
During the application process, we will ask you to:
1. Upload a current CV detailing a maximum of 10 years of work history, if applicable.
2. Upload a personal statement (cover letter) detailing your suitability for the role, referring to all points in the person specification and job description (1000 words max).
Should you have any access requirements in applying for this role please email annika.brown@brixtonhouse.co.uk
PLEASE NOTE
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FROM THE DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE (DBS) BEFORE THE APPOINTMENT IS CONFIRMED. THIS WILL INCLUDE DETAILS OF CAUTIONS, REPRIMANDS OR FINAL WARNINGS, AS WELL AS CONVICTIONS SPENT OR UNSPENT. ONLY RELEVANT CONVICTIONS AND OTHER INFORMATION WILL BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT.
Basic Terms & Conditions
Place of work will be Brixton House, 385 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London SW9 8GL.
Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 months
Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £31,000 to £34,000 per annum depending on experience
Benefits
22 days holiday per annum
Edenred Staff Discounts,
Eyetest Vouchers,
Cycle2work Scheme,
Employee Assistance Programme
The Association of British Theatre Technicians (ABTT)
Click below for updated vacancies from various theatre companies on ABTT.
Tangle Theatre
AMPLIFY
Tangle is inviting applications to AMPLIFY, our paid mentoring and training programme designed to support technical theatre professionals at any career stage. AMPLIFY covers a range of disciplines including Sound, Lighting, Stage Management, Production Management, Technical Producing and Construction.
We welcome applications on a rolling basis and details can be found on our website, where you can also find the application pack to download. We are particularly keen to work with people who wish to undertake a career step change; who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic; or who feel they may have hit a ‘glass ceiling’ and wish to expand their skills.
For more information or if you would like a discussion about the programme, please feel free to contact Anna Coombs, Artistic Director / CEO on artistic@tangletheatre.co.uk
To read our application pack and apply, please visit www.tangletheatre.co.uk/amplify
LEEDS PLAYHOUSE
Technical/Production teams
Head of Scenic Art,
Lighting & Video Technician
Various Stage Management roles
Leeds Playhouse are recruiting for several roles in their Technical/Production teams, including a Head of Scenic Art, Lighting & Video Technician and various Stage Management roles for our co-production and tour of To Kill A Mockingbird with JCTP.
Please go to the Leeds Playhouse Vacancies page for full details on each role: https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/about-us/vacancies/
Applications will be through the application forms linked on each individual role. Please note the roles have varying deadlines for applications.
UNICORN THEATRE
Company Stage Manager
SUMMARY
We’re looking for a resourceful, intuitive and proactive Company Stage Manager (CSM) to join our Production team. The CSM acts as a bridge spanning the freelance creatives, acting and stage management company members and the wider Unicorn team. The CSM has an overview of all the work taking place in our multi-space theatre; this can simultaneously involve shows in rehearsal, in tech, up and running and out on tour, as well as participatory projects and event activity. Our schedule is principally based around daytime shows for our young audiences.
SALARY
£32-35,000 per annum (excluding overtime for hours worked above 40 hrs).
CONTRACT
Permanent. Full-time (40 hours per week, worked across 6 days during show runs). We will consider applications for flexible working.
We will request a Basic Level Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as part of any conditional offer of employment, in line with our Safeguarding policy.
DATES
Closing date for applications: 10am, Monday 2 June 2025
First Interviews: Monday, 9 June 2025
Second Interviews: Friday, 13 June 2025
Expected Start Date: July 2025
TO APPLY
For full job description, more information and how to apply please visit: https://www.unicorntheatre.com/jobs
ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA
Visiting Production Coordinator
Salary: £39,706.50 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Location: London Coliseum & some homeworking
We are currently looking to employ an organized and proactive individual with a passion for theatre production to join our team as a Visiting Production Coordinator.
This is a crucial role supporting the Head of Technical and Commercial Programming in the seamless delivery of productions and events at the London Coliseum ensuring that it remains a world-class venue.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to work somewhere where your technical expertise and relationship-building skills can make a real impact, then we would love to hear from you.
Requirements:
Previous experience working in production or event coordination.
A broad understanding of all technical departments and requirements of a large producing and receiving house.
Strong multitasking abilities and a flexible approach to managing varied responsibilities.
Knowledge of CAD software and the ability to interpret ground plans and technical documents.
Excellent administrative skills and proficiency in computer software such as Word and Excel.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
Benefits:
25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
Free/discounted ENO tickets
Eyecare vouchers
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced parental leave
Enhanced sick leave
Please see our recruitment pack for more details.
To apply, please send along a CV and Cover Letter or short video detailing your interest and suitability for the role to workwithus@eno.org by 10am on Monday 19th May.
1st Interviews: w/c 27th May (online)
2nd Interviews: w/c 2nd June (in person)
Please also submit our anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.
English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, English National Opera particularly encourages potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.
QUEEN’S THEATRE HORNCHURCH
Box Office Manager
Reporting to:
Director of Audiences and Development
Responsible for:
Deputy Box Office Manager, Box Office Assistants
Salary: £33,967
Hours:
39 hours per week, including regular evening/weekend
work in accordance with business needs.
Contract:
Full time, permanent, subject to a 6-month probationary
period.
Period of Notice:
3 months, after probation period.
Holiday:
20 days holiday pro-rata; rising to 25 days with length of
service; plus, public holidays.
Location: Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch
For more information:
https://www.queens-theatre.co.uk/about-us/qrecruit/
Application Deadline:
Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at 11 a.m.
Interviews:
First interview: Via Zoom on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
Second interview: In-person at QTH on Tuesday, 27 May 2025.
To submit your application:
Fill in our Application form and an Equal Opportunities form at:
www.queens-theatre.co.uk/about-us/qrecruit/
(applications by CV cannot be considered)
Send completed forms to: recruitment@queens-theatre.co.uk
For assistance, please email: recruitment@queens-theatre.co.uk
SOUTH HAMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL
AV & Production Manager
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 per annum dependent on experience
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced AV specialist with excellent technical skills and production experience to join our team and play a key role providing lighting, sound and operational support for a variety of productions at the 2022 Independent Girls’ School of the Year.
South Hampstead High School is home to a busy and ambitious performing arts department, with two theatres, offering professional sound and lighting equipment. As AV & Production Manager, you will provide operational and technical support to ensure the smooth running of productions and events.
You will need to always ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, take responsibility for backstage and technical areas and provide full technical support (including AV, lighting, sound, recording and web-casting) for curricular activities, extra-curricular activities and lettings.
The role will also involve training staff and students to use sound and stage lighting systems, AV equipment and relevant hardware and software.
Our theatres are often hired out to external companies and you will be expected to supervise and be in attendance throughout these bookings, or to delegate staffing accordingly.
About You
To be considered for this role you will need knowledge of Digico sound desks and equipment, ETC EOS lighting desks and rigging, knowledge of network-based lighting and proficiency and experience in 3D visualisation softwares such as Vectorworks and Capture.
Experience in the planning and setting up of live events is equally important.
You will also need excellent interpersonal skills, and will be able to communicate clearly and consistently with all theatre and event space users.
About the School
Working at South Hampstead is stimulating, challenging and fun. Pupils are intelligent and inquisitive, energetic and engaging. We offer competitive salaries, generous employee benefits and a warm, supportive environment, with a strong emphasis on Continuous Professional Development.
The school is part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools. We offer a variety of benefits, such as:
Competitive salaries and pay progression
Access to extensive professional development opportunities
Training grants for qualifications
Generous pension schemes
Free life assurance benefit
Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
A Cycle to Work scheme
Competitive terms and conditions of employment
A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
For further details and to apply please click HERE.
Closing date is 14th May 2025 at 9am.
The school may also conduct online searches (including publicly available social media searches) as part of our recruitment processes.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be invited to interview before the published interview date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the position or if an offer is made and accepted.
We recommend that applications are submitted early to avoid disappointment.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.
ST. EDWARDS OXFORD
Graduate Assistant (Music Tech & AV)
Salary: £18,000 (£1,800 per month for 10 months)
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Full time
Opportunity to gain a range of invaluable skills and experience in technical theatre, sound production, event management and the performing arts.
As a Graduate Assistant at St. Edward’s, you will develop your career and receive training, working under the direction of highly experienced academic and technical staff.
Your responsibilities will include providing technical support with school events, such as lighting and sound for productions and shows at the award-winning North Wall Arts Centre, as well as video streaming or recording events throughout the school.
You will also provide support with the running of the school’s recording studio and monitor pupils who use the facilities.
You will also assist teachers with A-level Music Technology classes, as well as academic Music classes, and provide technical support for exam pieces in both disciplines.
Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in teaching or a different profession you will be encouraged to attend relevant training courses at the school’s expense.
There may also be the opportunity to live in a boarding house as a Resident Tutor.
About You
Graduate Assistants play a full part in the boarding and co-curricular life of the school. Their work is varied, and that variety is, to some extent, determined by the personality, enthusiasm and skills of the individual.
Given the technical aspects of the role, you will need some experience of recording studio software, such as Logic, Ableton or equivalent, as well as live event work, such as mixing sound, in addition to experience of rigging and focusing lights, and programming lighting boards.
For further details and to apply please HERE.
The closing date for applications is 9am on 16th May 2025.
We reserve the right to conduct interviews and appoint for the role before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Therefore early applications are encouraged.
St Edward’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.
JAMIE WILSON PRODUCTIONS
Assistant Stage Manager
Show: The Devil Wears Prada
Location: The Dominion Theatre, London
JWP are looking for an experienced Assistant Stage Manager to join The Devil Wears Prada at The Dominion Theatre, London. The ideal candidate will have previous experience on a large scale West End musical, great communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team and a willingness to learn. The candidate must be willing and able to be either an SM cover or a Book cover.
Start date: Monday 23rd June
Responsibilities / necessary skills for the role include:
Supporting the Stage Manager & Deputy Stage Manager to ensure smooth running rehearsals and shows.
Good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as strong organisational and time management skills.
Support & manage communication within the Stage Management Team with the Props Supervisor to ensure props are sourced and maintained.
Assist and support Creatives, Production Teams, Backstage Departments throughout Rehearsals, Technical Rehearsals and show running to ensure a smooth production.
Manage and update Show Paperwork, including setting lists, cue sheets, crew plots and props trackers.
Attend and be present for Rehearsals, Production Periods, Show Running and Cover Rehearsals as required.
Learn and Cover the SL & SR ASM plots.
Learn and cover either the SM plot or the Book.
Assisting the stage manager with administrative tasks.
Assisting with set changes and keeping track of props.
Experience in London is preferable.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and have an equal opportunity approach across all personal characteristics. Please note, all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please send your CV to hello@jamiewilsonproductions.com with the subject title ‘ASM APPLICATION – THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA’ by 10am on Monday 20th May. Please specify in your email if you would be interested in the SM cover or Book cover role.
We reserve the right to close applications before the deadline.