Lead Producer

London - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 1 - 2

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As part of the Fever Originals team you will use data and insights to create one-of-a-kind events and experiences that allow people to have unforgettable moments.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced passionate and critical-thinking Production Manager who will not only lead the production of our largest and most exciting SSI experiences but also manage a team of Associate and Junior producers to ensure that high-quality experiences are delivered.

This role requires flexibility creativity attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines while staying within budget. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in the production of live events shows touring production culinary experience and/or immersive experiences. The Lead Producer will be accountable for the implementation and perfect execution of scalable events across his/her region. Hell be responsible for challenging and adapting the event to the local specificities proposing new production formats technologies and solutions that could enhance Fevers experiences as well as play a pivotal role in shaping our event strategy.

Candidates should be passionate about delivering results and producing fun and entertaining experiences for all walks of the public. Strong communication skills are critical to success in this role. The right candidate will be a self-starter and have strong interpersonal and project management skills.

You will:

Manage all aspects of event/projects productions including pre-production logistics planning hiring onsite execution as well as post-event wrap-up
Manage several productions across multiple cities and help scale various Fever Original SSI events against team targets. Efficiently manage your portfolio of events SSI being characterized by a high volume of events happening simultaneously
Develop and manage event production budgets optimizing resources to achieve strategic goals identifying revenue generating opportunities and cost-saving measures
Manage a team of local producers providing guidance and support acting as a dedicated lead and support for all things production related
Source and manage freelancers suppliers and service providers and ensure delivery of quality services as per company standards
Conduct venue research and booking negotiate contracts with venues third party vendors and talents
Create productions timelines and ensure that teams are keeping to schedule
Secure proper event permits and meet insurance requirements complete risk assessments when necessary be knowledgeable of regulations and best practices.
Handle administrative duties including expense reports invoicing and working with the legal department on contracts
Communicate and collaborate with internal cross-functional teams departments and stakeholders to drive alignment and execution of event deliverables
Work with the Project Management team to ensure expectations and standards are met
Domestic and international travel and work across time zones may be required

Qualifications

You have a successful track record of production management of live events / shows with strong oral and written communication skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and pride yourself on your flexible detailed analytical mindset.

Candidates need to be passionate about the entertainment/events industry. You will have to be comfortable delivering results in an ambiguous environment being exceptionally detail-oriented while looking around corners and thinking bigger about how we create a compelling experience.

5 years of experience in live event and/or experience production industry
1-2 years of people management experience
Experience as production or project manager for theatre/dance entertainment or similar project involving the management of third party vendors and contractors is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects at any given time using best practise organisation in delivering multiple workstreams
Proven experience in vendor negotiations in managing production budgets and production issues such as permitting rules and regulations.
Understanding of fabrication processes.
Curious with an appetite for learning keen to push boundaries and try new concepts and the ability to pick up new skills quickly.
Able to communicate with various stakeholders working collaboratively and willing to be hands-on.
Youll be solution-focused identifying problem areas and then creating plans to find resolutions.

You can expect to join a group of diverse hardworking team players where a cultural fit is someone willing to stay humble and learn and can work nimbly. We welcome applications with unusual backgrounds with the expectation that the applicant will have acquired hard or soft skills and maturity throughout their experiences.

Our hiring process

A 30 min video call with one of our Talent Acquisition Managers to better understand your career plan assess cultural fit and answer any questions you may have
A 60 min online test with three topics: logic analytics and written understanding
A 30 min interview with the hiring manager
A 45 min video call with your future manager including questions about your profile and a business case presentation (to be prepared in advance)

On average our process lasts 20 working days and offers usually follow within a week.

As part of the Fever Originals team you will use data and insights to create one-of-a-kind events and experiences that allow people to have unforgettable moments.About the roleWe are looking for an experienced passionate and critical-thinking Production Manager who will not only lead the production ...