Working closely with the Senior Stage Manager, the Stage Manager will work BSO’s busy schedule of concerts, rehearsals and recording sessions ranging from large symphonic, BSO Pops’, and chamber concerts to concerts in schools and in local communities; all taking place throughout the South and Southwest. The role will include planning logistics and stage layouts, setting the stage for concerts and
rehearsals and driving the BSO 18T rigid Mercedes-Benz truck to transport instruments and equipment to and from venues.

Key relationships
BSO Concerts Team, Orchestra members and freelance musicians, BSO Participate Team, Backstage staff at external venues

Main responsibilities
• Work closely with the Senior Stage Manager to transport, load, unload and set up the orchestra’s instruments and stage equipment for all work in the orchestra schedule, including rehearsals, concerts, recording sessions and some Participate work.
• Drive the BSO’s 18T Truck or alternative vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load the orchestra’s truck for transport, ensuring all equipment and instruments are well cared for and secured for transport.
• Assist in the planning and preparation of the stage for each rehearsal and attend Operational Planning meetings.
• Ensure that all instruments and equipment are handled with due care and are kept secure at all times.
• On occasion, deputise for the Senior Stage Manager. This could involve managing the stage and stage crew and taking ownership of the planning and preparation of certain concerts

A list of further responsibilities can be found within the Job Pack.

Please send your completed application form and your cover letter to Nicola Fulker nfulker@bsorchestra.co.uk by 9am, Thursday 4 November.

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