Responsible to: Executive Producer
Responsible for: Producers, Associate Producers, Freelance Project Producers, and Creatives
Key Relationships: Artistic Director, Producers, Finance Director, General Manager
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
Contract: 1 year (fixed term) with a possible extension
Location: Woolwich, London, UK
Deadline for applications: 5th June 10:00am
Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be notified in due course. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received.
How to apply: Complete the application form here, including your CV and cover letter.
For any questions or difficulties with the application process, contact workwithus@punchdrunk.com.
THE ROLE
The Senior Producer will join a team accountable for managing multiple creative projects, ensuring strategic, commercial, and creative success. Overseeing projects at different development stages, the role requires collaboration across the business and with external partners. Responsibilities include budget control, timeline management, and problem resolution while protecting creative integrity. The Senior Producer is part of the Senior Management Team, ensuring the smooth running of the company and its projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee or lead various projects from inception to closing.
- Develop commercially successful marketing and communications strategies.
- Work with the Executive Producer and Artistic Director on early project proposals.
- Develop commercial and production strategies.
- Create funding plans and lead funding negotiations.
- Ensure project success in line with organizational goals.
- Coordinate project development and recruit key staff.
- Negotiate contractual matters with legal support.
- Oversee financial aspects of projects and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Develop project-related marketing and publicity plans.
- Manage marketing and communication functions and third-party consultants.
- Participate actively in weekly Senior Management Team meetings.
Person Specification
- Collaborative and respectful in a team environment.
- Leadership skills in managing high-performing teams.
- Proficient in project management and setting clear objectives.
- Skilled negotiator with internal and external groups.
- Effective problem solver.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and change.
- Strong stakeholder management abilities.
- Experienced in marketing and communications for commercial theatre.
WORKING HOURS
- Full-time.
- Weekend work required.
ENGAGEMENT TERMS
- Contract: Fixed-term (1 year with a possible extension)
- Location: Punchdrunk’s home in Woolwich
NOTES TO APPLICANTS
This job description is a guide to the work required and may be reviewed periodically. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Shortlisted candidates will need to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement before the interview. Equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all community sectors.
Recruitment Timeline:
- Deadline for applications: 5th June 2024, 10:00am
- Interviews: 7th – 21st June 2024
- Contract start: Negotiable
Submit applications early as the vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received.
