Department
East 15 Acting School offers an extraordinary and dynamic portfolio of courses that span many areas of training for actors, directors, producers, technical theatre specialists and students of theatre practice. One of a leading group of UK conservatoires; we are ranked 1st in the UK for Drama (Guardian University Guide 2022: Drama and Dance), have a distinguished international staff team, and are now one of the largest specialist drama schools in the UK.
Duties of the Role
This role is primarily to provide Stage Management for E15 productions, using technical knowledge and expertise to support the productions and manage both staff and budgets, ensuring the effective delivery of work to meet all set deadlines.
In addition the role is expected to operate as a technical expert in a broad range of contexts, supporting research and teaching activity as per the University mission of excellence in education and research.
Skills and qualifications required
This role requires skills in all areas of Stage Management and Production, including problem solving, resourcing and specialist technical expertise. Relevant experience of working at management level in a technical environment, a working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety Legislation and excellent hands on creative practical skills are needed, alongside an ability to share knowledge and communicate to the highest standard.
As part of East 15’s commitment to diversity, we encourage applications from candidates from ethnically and culturally diverse communities and backgrounds. As a school, we will continue work to build an open and accessible community, proactively supporting all our students, as we look for further initiatives that promote inclusion and representation. The School’s Anti-Racism Action Plan, first released in 2020, builds on and supports East 15’s and the University of Essex’s commitments to be an inclusive community.
Please see the attached job pack, which contains a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please contact resourcing@essex.ac.uk
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