Technical Assistant Stage Manager - Christmas Carol Goes Wrongexpired
Kenny Wax Productions
United Kingdom, UK-wide
Posted on: June 07, 2025
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Description:
Job Summary
Kenny Wax Ltd is one of the leading Production Companies operating in the West End and on Tour. A brand new Goes Wrong from Mischief will tour the UK from November and cause chaos in London this Christmas. We are a company that offers a work culture that nurtures and encourages personal and professional
Job Description
Salary: £850 per performance week plus touring allowance & travel
Benefits: Access to wellbeing support, First Aid Training if needed, access to physiotherapy and access to company rate tickets
Contract: Fixed Term 23 weeks
Show schedule: performances are 6 days per week either Monday - Saturday or Tuesday - Sunday depending on each venue's schedule.
Holiday: equivalent of 28 days per year
Dates: September 2025 - February 2026
Location: Various UK Touring venues & the West End
Job Description:
To assist the production and Stage Management teams with the running of the production, covering tracks and maintenance;
To support the get-in and get-out and work with venue crew;
To ensure stage and rehearsal environments are set-up and maintained as required with appropriate set, props, costume, illusions and other effects necessary;
To perform the ASM plots as directed by the Stage Manager, including the supervision of show crew and deps as required;
To deputise for the Stage Manager where necessary;
To learn the book and act as emergency book cover;
To recognise where maintenance work needs to be carried out or replacements are required and bring this to the attention of the Stage Manager;
To take part in maintenance calls and attend understudy rehearsals as required;
Any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of a Technical Assistant Stage Manager based on industry norms and practice.
Job Requirements
Personal Attributes: We are looking for applicants with previous Technical ASM experience. The role requires someone who has a calm and practical approach to technical trouble-shooting and the ability to work well in high pressure environments. Last minute cast changes are normal on this production, so applicants must be able to adapt quickly.
Person Specification:
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with excellent attention to detail;
A proactive and flexible attitude;
Previous experience of UK Touring;
Previous experience of working as a team;
The ability to work well with actors and creative team;
The ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise;
Awareness of current health & safety legislation;
How to Apply
Please send a CV to [email protected] with CCGW TECH ASM in the subject line.
Deadline is 5pm Friday 20th June. We plan to hold interviews as applications come in
Contact name: Isobel O'Flanagan
Contact email: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
June 20, 2025
Job Duration:
One-time engagement
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
UK-wide
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