Stratford Manager - Stage Management

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 3 May 2026
LOCATION
Stratford-upon-Avon
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£50,000 / year
CATEGORY
Management & Operations
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SKILLS

Stage Management Company Management UK Theatre/Equity agreements Recruiting freelance teams Line management Budget management Administrative skills Relationship building

FULL DESCRIPTION

Stratford Manager - Stage Management

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Company (RSC) is seeking a Stratford Manager to oversee stage management in Stratford-upon-Avon. This full-time, permanent role involves recruiting freelance teams, managing budgets, and ensuring smooth productions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Recruiting freelance Company Managers, Company Stage Managers, Stage Managers, Deputy Stage Managers, Assistant Stage Managers and Chaperones to build high performing, inclusive teams.
  • Leading contracting, onboarding and induction processes for all freelance Stage Management colleagues.
  • Line managing the Company & Stage Management Coordinator
  • Line managing freelance Company Managers or Company Stage Managers whilst in Stratford (who in turn manage the wider Stage Management team working on each production).
  • Ensuring smooth rehearsal and production support in Stratford, including liaising with cross-departmental colleagues and the London Manager, Stage Management
  • Managing key administrative systems, budget processes, records, archiving and database oversight.
  • Building networks and wellbeing support structures that positively shape the freelancer experience.

Essential Requirements

  • Professional experience in Stage Management and/or Company Management
  • Working knowledge of UK Theatre/Equity agreements.
  • Demonstrable experience recruiting and supporting stage management teams.
  • Strong administrative, planning and organisational skills in a fast-paced artistic environment.
  • Experience leading and line managing colleagues.
  • Evidence of working with budgets and financial processes.

About [Employer hidden] Company

The RSC strives for excellence and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration and accountability. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals. The [Employer hidden] Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity. This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application Process

All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance, please email [contact hidden]. The deadline is midnight on Monday 4 May 2026. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 11 May.

Salary: £50,000 per annum, plus benefits. Location: Stratford-upon-Avon. Work type: On-site, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional evenings/weekends.

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