Scenic Production Manager

Production Manager – Experiential & Creative Production

We’re working with a highly regarded creative production studio specialising in experiential, immersive and brand-led projects. They deliver complex builds and installations for high-end brands, taking concepts from brief through to fabrication and onsite execution.

They’re now looking for a Production Manager to join the team in a hands-on capacity, supporting the successful delivery of projects from briefing through to installation and post-project wrap-up.

This is a delivery-focused role suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced production environments and enjoys being deeply involved in the physical realisation of creative ideas.

The Role

You’ll play a key part in ensuring projects are produced efficiently, on time and within budget, working closely with clients, suppliers and internal teams.

Key responsibilities include:

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• Supporting the end-to-end production process from briefing to final installation
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• Building and maintaining detailed production timelines
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• Monitoring budgets and cost trackers to ensure financial control
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• Liaising with suppliers to secure quality output and competitive pricing
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• Maintaining regular client communication, including sharing timelines and WIP imagery
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• Producing RAMS and ensuring full Health & Safety compliance
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• Conducting quality control checks throughout the production lifecycle
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• Managing onsite activity as required, including installations and sign-off
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• Ensuring all project documentation and internal systems are kept up to date
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• Exploring innovative, creative and cost-effective material and build solutions
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• Capturing dynamic production imagery for website and social content
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• Supporting sustainable working practices and material recycling
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This role requires flexibility, as projects may involve evening or unsociable hours depending on install schedules.

What We’re Looking For

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• Strong production management experience within events, exhibitions, theatrical, experiential or similar build environments
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• Proven ability to work to tight production timelines
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• Experience managing budgets, costings and production schedules
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• Confident reading drawings and working with artwork files
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• Solid Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
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• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
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• Health & Safety awareness and experience producing RAMS
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• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
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• Comfortable working onsite and in workshop environments
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Desirable experience includes:

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• CAD, SketchUp or CNC knowledge
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• Practical build skills (carpentry, vinyling, painting etc.)
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• Social media content creation
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• Forklift licence
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You’ll be:

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• Hands-on and practical
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• Detail-driven and quality-focused
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• Adaptable and calm under pressure
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• Passionate about creative production and brand experience
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• Positive, reliable and collaborative
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This is a great opportunity to join a growing creative production studio where you’ll have real involvement in bringing ambitious brand experiences to life.