Job Summary
London Performance Studios is seeking a dynamic and experienced Producer to lead on the development, production and delivery of projects within the newly established Associate Artists Programme.
Job Description
This role is central to the realisation of multi-year, interdisciplinary projects that cross theatre, performing and visual arts, with a focus on building audiences, touring and co-commissioning.
The successful candidate will join a small staff team at an exciting time in the development of a growing organisation. They will have significant experience as a Producer in a theatre or similar context, and of managing, financing and touring theatre projects and productions.
Job Requirements
Experience developing and managing theatre/performance productions, including external contractors and freelance staff involved
Strong knowledge of fundraising, co-commissioning and producing theatre tours in the UK and/or internationally
Demonstrable curatorial experience, proven track record for leading on audience and content development for performance projects
Strong project management, administrative, organisational and expenditure management skills to plan and deliver projects with multiple outputs on time and within budget
Ability to effectively and personably communicate with artists to support them and the development of their work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrable experience of negotiating partnerships
Enthusiasm for the role, and interest in interdisciplinary theatre, performance and visual arts projects
Willingness to contribute towards the development of a growing organisation, to work flexibly and collaboratively within a small staff
Job Responsibilities
Lead on the development, production and delivery of Associate Artists Programme commissions in collaboration with the LPS team, which include research and development activities, talks, screenings, workshops, readings, exhibitions and performances
Collaborate with artists on the curatorial development of commissions to create project proposals and timelines tailored to the development of each artist and their work
Work with the Director and Producer: Talent Development to seek out new partnerships to build audiences for the programme and create opportunities for touring and co-commissioning the projects in the UK and internationally
Produce and manage project budgets, timelines, systems and software associated with development and delivery of AAP projects in collaboration with the LPS team
Develop and contribute engaging content, images and copy, for programme press releases, website, social media, communication and marketing strategies
