Show Managerexpired
ENO
United Kingdom, London
Posted on: Oct. 21, 2025
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Description:
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Show Manager to join our team for our 2025-2026 opera season.
Job Description
The Show Manager is a senior member of the Stage department responsible for managing technical staff and resources during rehearsals and performances and the role requires strong leadership, stagecraft experience and a collaborative approach.
If you are a proactive leader who is passionate about technical theatre, we would love to hear from you.
Contract dates: ASAP- 21 December 2025 and 19 January 2026- 1 March 2026
Job Requirements
Availability to start ASAP
Experience leading a Stage team, including external contractors, scheduling of team and conducting excellent cross-department communications
Experience working on load-ins and load outs, changeovers & performances
Ability to maintain staging systems including flying, traps, sliders and orchestra elevators
Knowledge of stage machinery including counterweight flying (single, double purchase systems), motor and hoist rigging and control and trussing systems (including ground-support systems)
Experience of scenery, decoration, and props building and maintenance, including woodwork, joinery skills and metal work
Ability to create department documentation including cue sheets, risk assessments and standard operating procedures
Ability to understand and interpret appropriate technical paperwork and plans
Drive and expertise to maintain up to date knowledge of developments with the industry
Ability to use battery and mains operated hand tools
Excellent IT
How to Apply
To apply, please send along a CV and Cover Letter/short video detailing your interest and suitability for the role to [email protected] by 10am on Monday 2 November 2025.*
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you’d like to apply through the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please mention this in your cover letter and let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
* This position is required to commence as soon as possible. Applicants are therefore advised to apply early, as the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.
Application Deadline:
Nov. 02, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
London
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