Newport Live is seeking a freelance interim Creative Producer.
The interim Creative Producer will work with the team at The Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre to support with producing 2 key events within the venues calendar for 2022.
It is anticipated that the role would be 2 days a week. We are interested in applicants who are able to start working under contract from the end of May or early June.
The role will include:
Pantomime
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Continue ongoing work to build a suitable cast and creative team for Robin Hood 2022
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Oversee script drafts and final approvals
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Oversee the commissioning of musical arrangements in consultation with the creative team
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Continue ongoing work to manage casting, negotiate with agents and act as a point of contact for agents
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Oversee the selection and management of a juvenile ensemble
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Ensure health and safety compliance of the production
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Work with the Productions Executive to oversee and ensure travel, accommodation and rider requirements are booked
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Manage and review the production budget with the HoTAC
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Oversee all aspects and operational requirements of the annual pantomime production including scheduling and planning, managing the cast and creative team
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Working with the team at the Riverfront to deliver a pantomime that achieves its creative, development and financial targets.
Summer Festival
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Work with the team at the Riverfront to oversee the Summer Festival ensuring it delivers against the festival objectives and remains within the allocated budget.
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Continue ongoing work to identify and curate a mixed programme of professional street theatre and outdoor art, negotiating and contracting creative partners for the festival
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Oversee all aspects and operational requirements and demands of an outdoor arts festival with a particular focus on artist and audience safety
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Work with Newport Live production, technical and operational staff and external programming partners and agencies to ensure smooth delivery and scheduling of the festival
Applications should have a proven track record of creative development and delivery of high profile cultural events including budget management, planning and organisational skills and working as part of a team.
Salary: £250 per day
To apply please send a CV along with a covering letter specifying your skills and experience for the role to gemma.durham@newportlive.co.uk by Thursday 26 May 2022
For an informal discussion about the opportunity, please call Gemma Durham, Head of Theatre, Arts and Culture on 01633 656757 or email gemma.durham@newportlive.co.uk
