Production Manager

Bearded Kitten
GB - London
January 6, 2025
Engineering

JOB ROLE:
Production ManagerSALARY:
Depending on experienceTYPE:
Permanent, Full TimeDEPARTMENT:
ProductionREPORTS TO:
Head of ProductionLOCATION:
5 Hancock Road, London, E3 3DA | HybridTHE COMPANYBearded Kitten is a global creative experience agency with a portfolio of award-winning work.
Our mission is clear:
to fearlessly champion fun and create the unforgettable.
From large scale brand experiences to cultural launch events, we cover it all.It's an exciting time to be a Kitten, as the company has grown rapidly and worked with some of the world's biggest brands.
This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, innovative team.THE ROLEThe Production Manager role is responsible for managing and coordinating medium to large scale projects for Bearded Kitten and Bearded Kitten Studios.
This role ensures efficient, high-quality, and safe planning/pre-production of installations, exhibitions, live events, and brand activations assigned by the Head of Production.RESPONSIBILITIESShape and manage all elements of a production from concept to delivery.Provide production specifications and costings for pitches, balancing creative ambition with practical delivery.Be client-facing and articulate proposed production methodologies clearly.Take responsibility for third party/subcontractor deliverables.Work alongside the in-house fabrication department for smooth delivery of custom assets.Review preferred suppliers and identify new partners.Work with Producers to ascertain staffing requirements and support booking freelancers.Coordinate sourcing and interviewing freelancers with the People & Culture Lead.Ensure projects are delivered to relevant H&S standards.Onsite production management during install and live events.Oversee financial control of production budgets and assist with budget reconciliation.Assist in training and mentoring junior production team members.Provide knowledge of scenic construction methods and materials.Be willing to work unsociable hours and travel as required.THE PERSONPassionate about delivering events to the highest standards.International experience in events and installations.Experience managing teams and providing direction.Management experience of medium to large scale events in high profile locations.Proven supplier network with long-term relationships.Excellent estimating and budgeting skills.Broad understanding of technical production.Strong knowledge of scenic construction methods.Proficient in AutoCAD/Vectorworks/Sketchup.Willing to travel domestically and internationally.OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU:
33 days paid holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays.Approximately five additional days off over the Christmas/New Year period.Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days from the office.Discretionary end of year bonus scheme.New Business Incentive Scheme from day one.Employee Referral Incentive Policy.Work mobile and/or eSim and work laptop.Employee assistance programme with free access to mental health resources.Enhanced maternity & paternity leave policy after 1 year of full service.Monthly team socials and an annual team offsite.Free use of BK equipment for personal use.Employee loan agreements for personal equipment.Season ticket loans offered.Cycle to work scheme.Guaranteed hilarity and nonsense on a daily basis.If this sounds like you, please send your CV to *** for the attention of Emma Perrin, People & Culture Lead.
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