Production Manager

6 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Bearded Kitten Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Manager to join our team at Bearded Kitten. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating medium to large scale projects for our creative experience agency and creative fabrication arm.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage all elements of a production from concept to delivery, working closely with Producers and Designers to ensure efficient, high-quality, and safe planning/pre-production.
  • Provide production specifications and ROM costings for competitive pitches and/or new business leads, ensuring that they balance creative ambition with safe and practical delivery while offering value to clients.
  • Be client-facing at all times and be able to clearly articulate why proposed production methodologies are the best solution, providing justification on cost line items and collaborating with clients.
  • Take responsibility for third-party/subcontractor deliverables and ensure they are in accordance with the agreed specification, overseeing the fabrication/production of all items.
  • Work alongside our in-house fabrication department to ensure the smooth delivery of custom assets.
  • Review preferred suppliers and identify possible new partners on a regular basis.
  • Work with Producers to ascertain internal and external staffing requirements for assigned projects and support the wider team in contacting, booking, and contracting freelancers, including local crew.
  • Work with the People & Culture Lead to source and interview appropriate freelancers and coordinate their scheduling and roles within a project.
  • Ensure projects are delivered to relevant H&S standards, as well as writing RAMs, method statements, etc. as and when required.
  • Onsite production management during install, live, and derig of all assigned projects.
  • Oversee financial control of production budgets, working with Producers and the finance department on budget reconciliation upon project completion.
  • Assist the Head of Production in the training and mentoring of junior production team members.
  • Support the team where necessary by providing a strong working knowledge of scenic construction methods and associated materials.
  • Be willing and able to work unsociable hours and travel domestically/internationally as per the requirements of assigned projects.
Requirements
  • Deeply passionate about the delivery of events, shows, and installations to the highest standards.
  • International experience in a wide range of events and installations.
  • Significant experience managing teams and providing direction.
  • Management experience of medium to large scale events in high-profile locations.
  • Proven supplier network with long-term relationships in place.
  • Excellent estimating and budgeting skills, with a working knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets and strong IT/computer skills.
  • Broad understanding in the delivery of all elements of technical production.
  • Strong working knowledge of scenic construction methods and associated materials.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD/Vectorworks/Sketchup (one or more is essential) and generation/review of draft construction documents.
  • Solid understanding of virtual/streaming events would be beneficial but not essential.
  • Able and willing to travel domestically and internationally (for periods not exceeding one month).
  • A full, clean driving license.
About Us

Bearded Kitten is a leading creative experience agency and creative fabrication arm, renowned for designing, building, and producing highly innovative events, experiences, and activations across the UK and internationally. We are a fast-paced, talented team that works with some of the world's biggest brands, and we are committed to delivering exceptional results while maintaining a fun and inclusive work environment.

What We Offer
  • 33 days paid holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays, with an additional day added per year of service up to 5 days.
  • Approximately five additional days off over the Christmas/New Year period.
  • Hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days from the office and a compulsory office day on Wednesdays.
  • Flexi-time policy.
  • Discretionary end-of-year bonus scheme.
  • New Business Incentive Scheme from day one.
  • Work mobile and/or eSim and work laptop.
  • Employee assistance program with free access to mental health resources.
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity leave policy after 1 year of full service.
  • Monthly team socials, plus an annual team offsite with overnight stay.
  • Free use of BK equipment; workshop, tools, rehearsal space, etc. for personal use.
  • Employee loan agreements offered for personal equipment.
  • Season ticket loans offered.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Guaranteed hilarity and nonsense on a daily basis.

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