Production Manager, Sea (UK)
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Full Time
Experienced
Job Title: Production Manager, Sea (UK)
Reports To: Director, Sea Operations
Working Hours: Normal office hours are 09:30 to 17:30, Monday – Thursday, 09:30 to 17:00 Friday
Place of Work: UK HQ, Mill Court, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK12 5EU
Other: Full Time
ABOUT RWS GLOBAL
As the world’s largest producer of groundbreaking live entertainment, RWS Global creates meaningful connections and customized experiences spanning from theatrical productions to events, multimedia and more. In 2024, the entertainment leaders expanded capabilities into live sporting events with the introduction of RWS Global Sports.
Headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati and Sydney with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base, RWS Global serves major brands and corporations, theatres, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts and more. Offering end-to-end services from ideation to operations, RWS Global’s team of world-class designers, creators, producers and visionary talent provide unrivaled scale, producing over one million live moments every day and employing over 8,000 individuals worldwide.
The RWS Global roster of clients includes Apple, Azamara, The Coca-Cola Company, Commonwealth Games, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, International Cricket Council, Invictus Games, Lionsgate, Marella Cruises, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Rugby World Cup, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros., Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway, Chicago the Musical, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes and more. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director, Sea Operations, the Production Manager, Sea is responsible for leading the production and project management of RWS produced onboard entertainment products for our cruise line clients; ensuring each group holds the original artistic intention and integrity of each entertainment product. This position is also responsible for upholding the RWS and client brand standards and supporting the continued innovation and operational efficiency of client rehearsal operations.
Role & Responsibilities:
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT:
DIVERSE IS WHO WE ARE
Way more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements.
So, bring all of who you are, no questions asked.
Reports To: Director, Sea Operations
Working Hours: Normal office hours are 09:30 to 17:30, Monday – Thursday, 09:30 to 17:00 Friday
Place of Work: UK HQ, Mill Court, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK12 5EU
Other: Full Time
ABOUT RWS GLOBAL
As the world’s largest producer of groundbreaking live entertainment, RWS Global creates meaningful connections and customized experiences spanning from theatrical productions to events, multimedia and more. In 2024, the entertainment leaders expanded capabilities into live sporting events with the introduction of RWS Global Sports.
Headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati and Sydney with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base, RWS Global serves major brands and corporations, theatres, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts and more. Offering end-to-end services from ideation to operations, RWS Global’s team of world-class designers, creators, producers and visionary talent provide unrivaled scale, producing over one million live moments every day and employing over 8,000 individuals worldwide.
The RWS Global roster of clients includes Apple, Azamara, The Coca-Cola Company, Commonwealth Games, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, International Cricket Council, Invictus Games, Lionsgate, Marella Cruises, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Rugby World Cup, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros., Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway, Chicago the Musical, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes and more. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director, Sea Operations, the Production Manager, Sea is responsible for leading the production and project management of RWS produced onboard entertainment products for our cruise line clients; ensuring each group holds the original artistic intention and integrity of each entertainment product. This position is also responsible for upholding the RWS and client brand standards and supporting the continued innovation and operational efficiency of client rehearsal operations.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Program specific correspondence/ logistics – with assistance from Company Manager
- Budget holder for designated programs within Sea. Liaising with Director, Sea Operations and/or Delivery Manager, Sea.
- Performer schedule and detail email (first email after Company Manager's welcome/ onboarding)
- Leadership role correspondence and coordination of Talent interviews in rehearsals
- Creating Production Calendars and Rehearsal Schedules
- Changeover correspondence and logistics
- Install correspondence and logistics if needed with vessel
- Leadership role/ cabin allocation with the ship - (Entertainment advisory sent to vessels)
- Wardrobe transport logistics & correspondence to/From ship
- Rehearsal survey correspondence and tagging/ summary
- Communicating with vessel on reblock breakdowns, with the support of Rehearsal Director
- Wardrobe fitting scheduling and logistics, inclusive of shoes
- Ensuring cast allocations are shared with wardrobe
- Welcome/ Onboarding/ Travel meeting scheduling and leading (Delivery Manager & Company Manager can step in to run meetings, as needed)
- Budget Holder for Changeover/Installs
- Ensuring Rehearsal Studio is prepped and ready for Day 1 – Props, Tape out, etc
- Production Bible Creation, in coordination with full Production Team
- Tagging and actioning rehearsal reports
- Tagging and actioning voyage reports
- Ongoing Dropbox and Wrike cleanup support as needed for both Production & Resident Direction
- Travel to ships as necessary for site visits, installs, etc.
- Directing / Coordinating team members needed for Load In/Load Out of Studio for Day 1 and Last Day
- Communication with all Production Team Members and manufacturers throughout design & build process
- Managing timelines for new projects and cast changes - keeping Wrike projects up to date
- Payment schedules for all production elements
- Requesting and providing PO numbers for all freelance creatives & suppliers
- Preparing the cast deck for the onboard digital screens
- Arranging cast headshots
- Working with Sr Manager, Studio Operations on Scheduling in Primary Calendar
- Show materials management in coordination with outside designers/ creatives
- Weekly procurement/invoicing/active project update meetings
- Ordering stock Light Entertainment (props / equipment etc)
- Research & procurement of bespoke and off the shelf stage props for new creative
- All cast additions - uniforms/hairpieces/headshots/mic belts/make up etc
- Costing and providing sales quotes for clients for props/costumes/rehearsal hire/etc
- Ordering rehearsal props and costume organisation at RWS UK Studios
- Assisting with Onboarding of Show Supervisors
- Assisting with any rehearsal needs
- Assisting with Replacement Talent Needs
- Assisting with Contract Requests when needed
- Assisting with population of Billbacks
- A degree/certification in Theatrical Production, Musical Production, or equivalent professional experience
- 3+ years of experience in the entertainment industry working in theatre, performance venues, or live entertainment settings (ideally with specific experience on cruise ships)
- A minimum of 2 years in a management position, preferably within an entertainment setting
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- Must be proficient in Excel and MS Office applications
- A flexible schedule allowing for approximately 35% international travel
- Motivation, dedication, passion, integrity, collaboration, and self-direction
- Competitive Salary
- Company Pension
- 25 days paid holiday excluding Bank Holidays
- Paid parental leave & childcare support policy
- Computer (Mac/Windows)
- Company Phone Program
- Flexible working (office/remote)
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme
- Childcare Support Policy
- Employer Sponsored Vision Programme
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT:
DIVERSE IS WHO WE ARE
Way more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements.
So, bring all of who you are, no questions asked.
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