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Company Manager application information
About Protein
One of the most distinctive voices in British dance theatre, Protein uses a blend of original
choreography, text, humour and music to entertain and provoke audiences. Its socially relevant
material connects theatrical experiences with the everyday and real life stories that engage
audiences and participants in both on-and off-stage productions around the world. Luca Silvestrini's
inclusive creative process and approach to making exceptional dance theatre for people of all ages
and abilities sets the company apart and Protein has carved out new territory in which to develop,
present and experience dance theatre.
The success and impact of accessible and thought-provoking dance theatre productions examining
everyday life has seen Protein’s profile grow steadily over the previous decade and more. Named
Best Independent Dance Company at the 2011 National Dance Critics’ Awards, the company enjoys
an enviable position within the dance sector, with Luca Silvestrini’s choreography and Protein much
admired and in demand across the UK and the world.
Protein has toured throughout the United Kingdom and internationally, with performances in Italy,
Spain, Denmark, Switzerland, France, Germany, Croatia, Malta, Czech Republic, Holland, Canada
and the USA. Its production LOL (lots of love), inspired by the culture of online relationships, toured
to the Middle East, Croatia, Russia, Italy, Poland, Slovenia, Colombia, Thailand and India. With its
2013/14 production Border Tales, Protein turned the traditional touring model on its head by
presenting shows for longer runs in a venue, selling out 16 of its 29 shows. The company is
currently making its latest production, May Contain Food, which examines our relationship with
food. Set in a dining environment and featuring four dancers and four singers with new music by
Orlando Gough, it premieres and tours in spring 2016.
Protein is Company in Residence at Greenwich Dance and a Yorkshire Dance Partner, and in 2012 it
became a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England.
Terms and Conditions
Employer
Protein Dance Ltd.
Reports to
Executive Director and Artistic Director, and works with the Producer
Office Location
Borough Hall, Royal Hill, London SE10 8RE (no disabled access)
Contract
Permanent, 0.6 part-time contract
£24,000 per annum pro rata (£14,400 based on 21 hours per week)
No overtime is payable. TOIL is given.
Application process
Please send a CV and covering letter to Jo Towler: [email protected]. Please email or call
020 82692394 for further information.
The closing date for applications is Friday 2 October 2016
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview w/c 12 October in Greenwich
Purpose of Post
To provide administrative and operational support to the Artistic Director and Executive Director
and the artistic team to ensure the smooth, efficient delivery of all of Protein’s work
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Creation & Rehearsal:
 Co-ordinate the creation and production of professional touring work
 Plan and distribute schedules for the company
 Book guest artists (class teachers etc)
 Co-ordinate production meetings with Production Manager
 Liaise with all artistic collaborators
 Liaise with dancers, including contracting and acting as first point of contact
 Co-ordinate and attend auditions
 Support Artistic Director as required in the studio/theatre
 Attend, where appropriate, productions and rehearsals
Touring:
 Arrange all tour logistics for the company, including travel and accommodation
 Liaise with venues and promoters to ensure smooth-running of touring
 Arrange all necessary admin for international components of touring (A1, visas etc.)
 Arrange for audience data/box office data to be sent by venues after performances
Communications:
 Lead on content management of website
 Manage the company’s social media channels
 Assist in the creation, preparation and distribution of digital and printed materials
 Manage any crowd-funding campaigns
 Manage company mailing lists and database
Administration:
 Act as first point of contact for all internal and external enquiries
 Support the day-to-day operations of the company including answering enquiries, data
management and general administration/office IT
 Co-ordinate and implement the company’s participation work in schools and other venues,
including monitoring attendance and evaluation
 Support reporting requirements to funders including ACE
 Any other tasks required to assist the Executive Director and Artistic Director
Person Specification
Essential
 Minimum two years’ administration experience, ideally within an arts setting
 Experience and understanding of the dance sector in the UK
 Excellent IT, organisation and administrative skills
 Strong written and oral communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively with
a wide range of people
 Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines
 Self-reliant and efficient with an ability to use your own initiative
 Experience of website content management and social media
Desirable
 Experience of producing professional touring productions
 Ability to use web-design software and DTP packages
 An understanding of dance and theatre production management