Deputy Stage Managerexpired
Kenny Wax Productions
United Kingdom, London
Posted on: Dec. 17, 2024
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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. We are looking for an experienced Deputy Stage Manager to join our team in London for the premiere of a new Mischief play, The Comedy About Spies.
Job Description
Kenny Wax Ltd is one of the leading Production Companies operating in the West End and on Tour. We are looking for an experienced Deputy Stage Manager to join our team in London for the premiere of this new Mischief play.
Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
We are a company that offers a work culture that nurtures and encourages personal and professional development. We encourage diversity and inclusion across all our shows and particularly encourage those from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Salary: £975 per week (£925 per week for rehearsals)
Contract: Fixed Term SOLT/Equity Contract
Contract Dates: 24th February - 2nd August 2025 (plus possible extension)
Rehearsals (London): 24th February - 30th March 2025
Tech: 31st March - 13th April 2025
Performances: 14th April - 2nd August 2025
Possible Extension: 3rd August - 7th September 2025
Show schedule: Performances are 6 days per week, typically Tuesday - Sunday. The performance schedule during previews varies and shall be confirmed at point of contract.
Holiday: As per the SOLT/Equity Agreement (28 days per full calendar year)
Performance Location: Noel Coward Theatre, St Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4AU
Benefits: Employee Assistance Programme, First Aid Training if needed, Wellbeing and Resilience programmes, access to physiotherapy, local discounts.
Personal attributes: We are looking for applicants with previous Deputy Stage Management experience. The role requires someone who has exceptional people skills and can work in a highly pressured environment. Knowledge and experience of the working practices of a new West End production is highly desirable.
Job Requirements
Person Specification:
Demonstrable professional experience working in a similar role in the West End or on Tour;
Knowledge and experience of the working practices of a West End production;
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with excellent attention to detail;
Proactive and flexible attitude, with the ability to work with commitment and dedication to find solutions as required;
Experience of working with creative teams and the ability to manage expectations;
Ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise;
Discretion and sensitivity when dealing with confidential information;
Experience of working on a new production;
A calm and proactive approach to technical troubleshooting.
A strong understanding of comic timing;
Awareness of current health & safety legislation;
Awareness of current SOLT/Equity Agreements.
Job Responsibilities
Please see Job Description for a Full Overview of Duties and Responsibilities
Application Deadline:
Dec. 30, 2024
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Administrative
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
London
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