Freelance Workshop Manager

Responsible to: Production Director

Duration: Freelance, fixed-term contract

Project dates: 1 July 2025 to 20 September 2025 (w/c 21st July – off)

Location: The Old Vic, 103 The Cut, London, SE1 8NB, and wider London area.

Fee: Fixed fee of £12,500.

Role Summary

The Old Vic Theatre Company is seeking a versatile workshop manager / project manager for a large-scale construction project.

Areas of responsibility

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the in-house production management team and technicians, along with freelance staff, in the preparation, refurbishment, and installation of a new theatre space.
• Take responsibility for the setup and day-to-day running of a workshop space, covering H&S, staff supervision/co-ordination, scheduling, etc.
• This is not an exhaustive list of duties, and other tasks of a similar nature or level may be allocated at any time.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience in project management/scenic construction or production management.
• A hands-on approach with skills in areas such as set construction, stage carpentry, metalwork, or scenic art.

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