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Job Opportunity: Technical Manager:Job description:Job detailsOrganisation World of WearableArt Closes 24 Feb 2023 Posted on 10 Feb 2023 Region Wellington Work type Contract Work classification Performing Arts ShareTechnical Manager Reports to: Show Producer Department: Production WOW is the world's leading wearable art practice, and encompasses a renowned international wearable art competition, Aotearoa's single largest theatrical production staged in Wellington annually and exhibition activity both within New Zealand and overseas. As a platform for artists our focus is on nurturing creativity and our brand promise is that you will enter a world like no other. Position Purpose: Manage delivery of all technical requirements for the production through to and including pack out from the venue and storage or disposal of all show components as agreed with the Show Producer. To provide timely advice to the Show Producer and Creative Team on budget costings, materials and supplier selection, crewing levels and staff selection. To also provide production and rehearsal schedules that meet the objectives of prosperously executing a production programme that meets all technical and artistic aspects of the show according to the storyboard, and to ensure that all safety, timing, budget and communication requirements are met. Key Working Relationships: Internal: Show Producer, Show Director, Executive Creative Director, WOW management Team, Production Team, Creative Team, WOW Wardrobe Team, Show Contractors External: Suppliers, Venue Operators Job location: This position is located in Wellington Financial Authority: Responsibility for agreed budget delegation and specified by Show Producer Direct Reports:Variable depending on the number of cast, crew and suppliers required Job responsibilities: 1. Management of the Production (which includes but not limited to: a) AV, Props, Lighting, Sound, crew and suppliers). b) Relationship Management with Suppliers to ensure budget efficiencies and delivery of service is met. c) Report to the Show Producer on a monthly basis, providing updates on the progress of production issues and forecast expenditure. d) Get all suppliers to provide quotes for expenditure above $TBA and these will be signed off by Show Producer before acceptance of quoted expenditure. e) All production staff will be contracted by the Show Producer in consultation with the Technical Manager. f) Manage delivery of all technical requirements for the production through to and including pack out from the venue and storage or disposal of all show components asagreed with the Show Producer and managing the necessary freighting and container storage required. 2. Management of Staff a. Maintain day-to-day leadership abilities of direct reports and their teams during the build, rehearsal and production period of the show. b. Manage processes and procedures for all staff reporting through to the Technical Manager, including stage management. c. Manage delivery of all technical requirements for the production through to and including pack out from the venue and storage and disposal of all show components asagreed with the Show Producer. 3. Health & Safety a. Working with the Show Producer, ensure that the health and safety policy and procedures, relating to the production of the show, are in line with current legislation andvenue requirements. b. Complete a risk assessment report for the show venue, show storyboard and performers in consultation with the Show Producer. 4. Planning a. In collaboration with the Show Producer manage the schedule for production meetings to cover the period prior to rehearsals beginning. b. Develop, in conjunction with the Show Producer, an overall production plan with key dates and deliverables. c. The technical team will be contracted by the Show Producer in consultation with the Technical Manager. d. All suppliers will be contracted by the Show Producer with specifications to contracts being done in consultation with the Technical Manager. 5. Rehearsal & Show Production a. Overall responsibility for implementation of the production programme, including: i. Provision of complete ground plans, production schedule and crew calls; ii. Management of the freighting of equipment, including logistics and storage; iii. Manage the logistics of pack in and pack out of venues, including staging and all technical equipment; and iv. contact with Stage Management to ensure appropriate technical equipment is provided for rehearsals. 6. Post-Production a. Complete a full final report for the Show Producer no later than 2 weeks following the final show, including a comprehensive de-brief of the show, any key operationalissues, summary of any budget issues, recommendations for improvement for future shows and an inventory of equipment, props and other show related assets purchasedand to be stored in Wellington. b. Future show development: providing technical support to the Show Producer on future shows creative development. 7. General a. Attend meetings as required b. Adhere to WOW Health and Safety and Reporting (e.g., Auditz) procedures Essential expertise and practice: • At least five years' practice in high level production within the arts or closely related cultural and events environment. • practice of collaborating with creative teams • Demonstrable practice managing budgets • Excellent interpersonal expertise • Able to build and manage positive, effective relationships (internal and external) • Able to work effectively and efficiently in a high pressure environment • Able to find creative solutions and problem solve • A sense of humour and cherry disposition • Industrious, self-motivating and self-managing working style • leadership abilities expertise as well as the capability to work well as part of a team • A passion for arts and entertainment and advantage • Have expertise of, or a availability to develop expertise of, Te Ao M?ori/the M?ori world view, tikanga M?ori/protocols and customs, te reo M?ori/M?or Links & Contact info: World of WearableArtWorld of WearableArt vacancies How to submit the application: Please send application letter and CV to Alistair Cameron Email address: Alistair@worldofwearableart.com Skills:
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