Job Description

Do you want to be part of the RSC's exciting new artistic programme, working with leading artists across multiple theatre spaces in Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond?

Do you have you a proven track record of managing productions at the highest artistic and technical level?

Are you an excellent communicator and team leader, able to motivate and inspire across departments?

We are looking for a highly experienced

Production Manager

to lead the delivery of the artistic team's vision for RSC productions and events.



Based in Stratford-upon-Avon, you will manage the safety, sustainability, schedules, budgets, and resources on productions across three theatres, from the intimate performances in The Other Place, through to large scale shows in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. You will also have opportunities to work beyond Stratford as part of our programme of work in London, national touring and beyond.



You will be working collaboratively and cross departmentally with highly skilled colleagues, including in-house specialist teams at our scenic and costume workshops and stage operations departments.



Reporting to the Technical Director, key responsibilities include (please see the full job description and person specification for the comprehensive list):


Managing the production process from design through to delivery on stage. Building strong working relationships with creative, production and producing teams. Ensuring productions meet Theatre Green Book baseline standards. Overseeing efficient management of fit-ups, technical rehearsals, get-outs and touring logistics. Leading and chairing key design and production meetings and ensuring technical plans are distributed. Ensuring productions are delivered within budget and resources. Promoting a safe working culture by ensuring compliance with CDM, risk assessments and safe working practices.

To succeed in this role, you will need:


Significant experience of managing large-scale productions to the highest technical and artistic standards. Strong experience in budget setting, monitoring and controlling. The ability to resolve short- and long-term production challenges efficiently and effectively. Strong IT and CAD skills, with the ability to draw and interpret ground plans. A sound understanding of risk assessment procedures and health and safety legislation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with a strong collaborative working style, especially working under pressure and to tight deadlines. A commitment to fostering an inclusive culture and respect in the workplace.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Stratford-upon-Avon.



You will be working 44 hours per week, across six days Monday through to Sunday with evening and weekend work required. We are committed to a culture of flexible working, this role will provide the opportunity for some flexibility in hours and location of work, ensuring that the specific remit of the role is delivered.

Application Process

All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email jobs@rsc.org.uk



First interviews will be online on 14 and 15 August, the second stage will be in person, in Stratford-upon-Avon in the week commencing 18 August.

About the RSC

The RSC strives for excellence, and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability.



We can offer great benefits and aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment which is happy, healthy and safe. We place great importance upon developing a diverse, highly motivated and energised workforce to help achieve our priorities. We put our values at the heart of everything we do.



We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals.



We believe that safeguarding children and adults is everyone's responsibility, and everybody working at the RSC has a duty to place safeguarding at the heart of their work. We welcome candidates who will support and advocate the RSC's environmental objectives continuing to improve our sustainability work and actions both on and off stage.



The Royal Shakespeare Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity.