Senior Production Manager (Commercial)

Join our Production Management team! Oversee the delivery of the physical production of a variety of projects, with a particular focus on our commercial and corporate events.

The Senior Production Manager (Commercial) will lead the planning and delivery of multiple projects simultaneously. Depending on the event, you may take ownership entirely or lead specific components as part of the larger production management team, including but not limited to corporate events and music programming. You’ll also have line management responsibilities, supporting development and performance plus recruit and induct freelancers as required.

In addition to line management duties this is a hands-on role and the Senior Production Manager will oversee the delivery of the physical production of a variety of projects across Factory International’s programs of work with a particular focus on our commercial and corporate events, supporting artistic projects and events in the public realm as required.

This position is ideal for an experienced event professional with a proven track record in managing commercial events from concept through to delivery. You will collaborate closely with internal teams—including the Sales Team and Event Managers—as well as with external partners, to design and execute events that meet and exceed client expectations.

Reporting to the Technical Director, you will be accountable for all aspects of technical delivery. You’ll be expected to ensure events are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard, contributing to the overall commercial success and client satisfaction.

This is a client facing role, supporting commercial pitches and proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the commercial events team to manage and facilitate the delivery of all the physical elements of commercial events. This will include liaising, negotiation and management with key suppliers and delivery partners
• Supporting the Commercial Events team with Client visits and pitches. Developing and maintaining good client relationships and leading project calls and meetings when referencing technical services
• Undertaking professional and timely communications with clients including taking concise and accurate briefs and offering creative and technical input, maximising opportunities for added value to events, upselling technical packages and ensuring our partners wish to return to us time and again
• Line management of permanent and temporary Commercial and Music Production Managers and to oversee the recruitment and induction of contract Factory International staff as appropriate
• Effectively monitoring and forecasting event budgets, ensuring that events are delivered to requirements, within allocated budget and maximising profit where applicable and demonstrating strong commercial awareness. Ensuring that potential variances are promptly identified and addressed appropriately, escalating issues or concerns as appropriate
• Working together with the Commercial Team and Head of Technical to recruit technical personnel as required to install and de-install the physical elements of the project, this includes show running, and maintenance teams as required
• Arranging transport for the physical elements of the production and securing storage as required
• Establishing production schedules for the project and communicating the content of those schedules effectively to relevant parties within a timeframe agreed with the Event Manager
• Attending all meetings, site visits, installation, de-installation, including overseeing show maintenance where appropriate
• Establishing a good working relationship with the key departments within Factory International
• Ensuring that all production elements are delivered to the highest Health and Safety standards and within all current legislation
• Writing risk assessments and method statements for the production and collating risk assessments from specialist suppliers/contractors if appropriate. Keeping the event plan up to date. This will involve ensuring that the project is delivered with proper regard for the safety of the Artist, technical staff and public and all current Health and Safety legislation and regulations are fully observed. Making sure that all set elements and props are properly fireproofed and conform to BS476 PT 7 and any local standards as required
• Compiling and delivering (within two weeks of the close of the Project) a project pack as reference material for possible future presentations of the project. The pack would cover all technical aspects relevant to installing the artwork elsewhere, including all plans
• Ensure that all paperwork pertaining to the technical and production aspects of the artwork are up to date and any changes are noted and communicated to the Company’s Producer until delivery of the project manual

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Substantive track record in production management in commercial or corporate events. Candidates with experience in one or more artform, eg Theatre, Large Scale Visual Arts, Immersive Productions, will also be considered.
• Up to date knowledge of technical production (e.g., lighting, sound, video, rigging, set construction, wardrobe etc), or relevant and proven knowledge from equivalent fields. (This can be from an art form)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong relationships
• Strong negotiation skills with an understanding of the needs of delivering live events for third party partners and promoters
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, guidance and practical implementation
• Proven experience of producing technical plans and diagrams, proficiency in CAD
• Commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation with a proven ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds

Desirable:

• Experience of working with a commercial events team
• IOSH qualification NEBOSH preferred
• IPAF 3a&3b telehandler and forks accreditation
• Enthusiasm for training, mentoring and support of emerging talent