Download 2017 is a hugely exciting time to join the team at the Tricycle Theatre

2017 is a hugely exciting time to join the team at the Tricycle Theatre, one of London’s leading
producing venues as it prepares to reopen in spring 2018 following an extensive capital project. The
project is set to deliver a raft of improvements, including an upgraded theatre with a new stage and
seating, improved access throughout the theatre and backstage areas and better front of house
facilities for all, including a new cafe space providing a more welcoming environment for audiences
and the public.
Under the leadership of Artistic Director, Indhu Rubasingham and Executive Producer, Bridget
Kalloushi the Tricycle has played to 95% capacity for most of our in-house productions (including Red
Velvet, Handbagged, The Father and The Mother) and successfully transferred productions to New
York (Red Velvet at St Ann’s Warehouse) and the West End (Handbagged at the Vaudeville, The
Father at Wyndham’s Theatre). The Tricycle has won an Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement
and a London Evening Standard Theatre Award and the Tricycle’s latest hit, The Invisible Hand, by
Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar was recently nominated during this year’s Olivier’s
Awards
OUR MISSION
The Tricycle presents the world through a variety of different lenses, projecting unheard voices in to
the mainstream. We create high-quality, engaging and innovative work. Located in Brent, the most
diverse borough in London, the Tricycle is a local venue with an international presence.
OUR VISION
We produce world-class British and international theatre that reflects the exceptional diversity of
our local community. We make theatre that crosses continents and tells big stories about how
human connections are made through culture, race and language.
The Tricycle stages at least six productions per year in our intimate and unique theatre. Of these
plays, half are produced in house by the Tricycle’s artistic team, with other work staged in
collaboration with national and international companies.
Our ambitious Creative Learning programme aims to develop the imagination, aspiration and
potential of children and young people. We invest in creating meaningful relationships with young
people who are passionate about theatre but often have limited access to it.
Applications are invited for the post of:
Responsible to:
Contract type:
Responsible for:
Head of Production
Artistic Director & Executive Producer
Permanent
Sound & Lighting Technician
Stage Management
Freelance Production staff
Trainees & Interns (as required)
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Production Department is responsible for creating, delivering and running world-class theatre at
the Tricycle Theatre, working in collaboration with a wide and varied range of directors, designers
and creative teams.
The Head of Production will strive to understand the scope of the artistic vision and lead the
production team to deliver, within agreed timescales and budgets, the highest standard of
production possible. In collaboration with the artistic director, executive producer and creative
teams, they will ensure the most effective use of resources in the realisation of all production and
technical elements of productions either created by or presented at the Tricycle Theatre or in other
venues as directed. The Head of Production will also be responsible for managing a diverse
programme of events and productions in our cinema and events space.
The Head of Production is a member of the Senior Team. They will work closely with the Executive
and Senior Team in the effective planning and management across the full scope of the Tricycle’s
output across the building and beyond. They will be heavily involved in every aspect of show delivery
from costing and informing the design process through to logistically planning the fit ups and get
outs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES:
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Work closely with the Design Team, Specialist Theatre Contractors and Tricycle team on the
completion of the Capital Project and particularly on the fit-out of the theatre and technical
elements of the works
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To play a significant role in the organisations planning function, attending crossdepartmental meetings as necessary
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To be responsible for the planning and realisation of productions, including commissioning
and costing set construction, liaising with designers and contractors, coordinating and
scheduling all technical aspects of the production
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To read all prospective scripts in a timely manner, to ensure a proactive contribution to the
conversations regarding parameters for productions, including but not limited to, practical
and budgetary considerations and challenges
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To liaise with and support freelance Directors, Designers, Lighting and Sound Designers
engaged for productions and to advise accordingly, in consultation with the Artistic Director
and Executive Producer
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To work on initial planning and costing of allocated productions and projects
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To work with the creative teams and Producers of allocated productions to realise the
project within allocated resources and within budget
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To ensure that resources and parameters are clearly defined and agreed with Producers and
creative teams
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To carry out an assessment at the white card model and final design stages to ensure that
the design does not exceed the agreed parameters
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If necessary work with the creative team to bring the design within agreed parameters by
the final model stage
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To generate accurate budget forecasts in conjunction with the production staff and outside
contractors
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To produce risk assessments and other relevant H&S paperwork as appropriate following the
new CDM regulations
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To ensure that designs and all aspects of the productions and their operations are carried
out in compliance with relevant and applicable Health & Safety legislation and any other
applicable statutory regulations or legislation
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To monitor expenditure on allocated productions and communicate any areas of concern in
a timely fashion
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To plan the use of technical resources in conjunction with the Sound & Lighting Technician,
Company Manager and other requirements across the building
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To ensure our productions are delivered in a positive, collaborative and professional manner
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To plan, manage and provide schedules for fit ups, production periods and get outs on
productions
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To call and chair production meetings
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To lead on the creation of technical riders and collation of other production paperwork for
our touring work
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To help and assist visiting productions to our theatre achieve the very highest of production
values practically possible
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Keep an overview on the good maintenance of the technical infrastructure and equipment
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To provide production support for the work of other departments
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To support in the general maintenance of the building
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To oversee the good management of external storage spaces
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Actively contribute to the effective operation of the Production Department’s work
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To participate in all Company administrative and HR systems as required
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To remain current with industry best practice and applicable technologies
GENERAL:
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Work in support of the artistic policy of the Tricycle Theatre
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Adhere to, and actively contribute to all Tricycle Theatre policies including Equalities
(diversity, access and equal opportunities), Environmental, Green and Health and Safety
Policies
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Always act in the best interests of the Tricycle Theatre
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Represent the Tricycle Theatre with discretion, tact, diplomacy and courtesy at all times
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To drive the company’s vehicles when required, subject to license and insurance
considerations
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Any other duties as may reasonably be required
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
ESSENTIAL:
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Energetic leader with demonstrable record and experience in the delivery of productions at
the highest artistic and technical level
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Proven track record in the industry and knowledge of the most up to date techniques and
regulations regarding the staging of productions
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Excellent communicator (both written and verbal) and with people at all levels, both
internally and externally
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Ability to demonstrate excellent financial and technical control
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Excellent project management skills, with the ability to coordinate numerous projects
simultaneously
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Experience of working with and managing freelance creative staff, production staff and stage
managers
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IT & AutoCAD literate
DESIRABLE
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Completion of a degree course in Technical Theatre or equivalent
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3 years’ experience working on new productions and plays
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H&S qualifications
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Hours:
45 hours per week. Office hours are 10am to 6pm but
during production periods you will be required to work
flexible hours
Salary:
£35,000 - £40,000 p.a, depending on experience
Annual Leave:
20 days per year plus standard bank holidays increasing to
25 days per year after 2 years’ continuous employment
Probationary period:
Six months
Pension:
The Tricycle operates a contributory pension scheme for all
permanent employees. The Tricycle’s contribution is capped
at 3% of basic salary although the employee may contribute
more.
Other Benefits:
Complimentary tickets for preview performances, subject to
availability
£2 cinema tickets for all standard screenings
Application Procedures:
Please note that only applications submitted on the Tricycle’s standard Application Form will be
considered. We do not accept CVs.
Application Forms can be downloaded here: http://www.tricycle.co.uk/about-us/jobs/
Once the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Forms are completed please return,
by the closing date below, to:
Email:
By post:
[email protected]
James Foran, Operations Manager, Tricycle Theatre, 269
Kilburn High Road, London, NW6 7JR
Closing date for applications:
Interviews to be held:
6.00pm Monday 5th June 2017
Week commencing 12th June 2017
The Tricycle welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of their age, sex, race,
religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, disability or nationality.