Location
West End, London
Contract Type
Permanent, Full-Time
Salary
To be negotiated
Start date
As soon as possible
Overview
The General Manager is responsible for the day‑to‑day management of Runaway Entertainment productions and the general management team.
Key Responsibilities
Contracts
* Negotiate and oversee preparation of contracts for productions, including creatives, production staff and actors in line with budgets and union agreements, independently and collaboratively with other team members, ensuring accurate, up‑to‑date records of all negotiations and agreements.
* Monitor developments in union agreements and ensure Runaway fulfills its obligations as an employer.
* Support the Head of Production on the creation, management and implementation of all company policies.
* Oversee the Production Coordinators in ensuring that all contracts are issued correctly.
Day to day management
* Oversee smooth running of productions and facilitate collaboration between departments.
* Liaise with producers, creative teams, casts and production staff, ensuring that all decisions for productions are carried out timely and communicated to all relevant parties.
* Line‑manage Production Coordinators and Production Assistants on all show‑related work.
* Act as the main point of contact for everyone on each production, providing support and assistance and ensuring open, effective communication.
* Liaise between venues and the company, attend running shows regularly, both on tour and in London, maintaining a consistent relationship with the full company.
* Lead on all show‑related HR matters, consulting with the Head of Production where required, to ensure a high level of pastoral care and wellbeing.
* Liaise with press and marketing teams, actors and production departments regarding campaigns, press events and photoshoots, overseeing Production Coordinators in the coordination of such events.
* Manage press/gala nights with Production Coordinators and Production Assistants.
* Oversee procurement of visas and work permits for international touring productions or foreign personnel in UK‑based productions.
* Work closely with the Production Manager of each show on production management and coordinate production meetings.
* Represent Runaway at weekly PR and marketing meetings.
* Attend running shows on a regular basis.
* Keep the Head of Production and Producers informed of any production issues or updates.
* Ensure archive of all production information at the end of a run, including show bibles, recordings and production property storage.
* Arrange and be responsible for production‑specific insurance policies.
Finance
* Monitor all areas of the production budget.
* Check and approve weekly production payrolls, working closely with the finance team.
* Check and approve production‑related invoices.
Operations and Administration
* Implement and adhere to office and production policies.
* Help maintain effective filing systems and other systems.
* Answer the phones as required and serve as an ambassador for Runaway Entertainment, providing a welcoming atmosphere and hospitality for colleagues and visitors.
Other
* Attend theatre industry events, meetings and training where required.
* Attend Runaway internal meetings and provide GM reports/updates to the wider team as required.
* Support the Head of Production and Producers with other ad‑hoc tasks as required.
Essential Skills and Experience
* Significant experience as a General Manager in a professional theatre production environment.
* Knowledge of relevant theatre union agreements.
* Strong negotiation skills and a personable approach.
* Excellent time‑management skills with the ability to work with a varied and heavy workload and juggle competing priorities.
* Excellent face‑to‑face, written, numeracy and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
* Tact, diplomacy and discretion.
* A flexible approach to working hours.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required and willingness to cover other roles if necessary.
* A passion for theatre and a sense of humour.
What We Offer
* A fun, vibrant and creative working environment in the heart of London’s West End.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth within a leading theatre production company.
* Access to industry events and networking opportunities.
* Annual leave in line with industry standards.
* Company benefits including ClassPass, Cycle to Work Scheme and access to external training courses.
* A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
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