Description
The Tours & Projects Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of several key areas of the Orchestra’s core performance activity.
The Tours & Projects Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of several key areas of the Orchestra's core performance activity, including but not limited to: international stand-alone concerts, tours and residencies; UK tours, engagements and festival performances; commercial recordings and special projects.
Working in a fast-paced environment as part of a friendly, fun and creative team, the role of Tours & Projects Manager provides a unique opportunity to work with leading musicians and conductors. Excellent organisational and budgeting skills, attention to detail, innovative thinking and a flexible approach to working will help you manage, develop and execute a diverse range of projects to the highest standard.
With oversight from the Senior Concerts Manager and Concerts Director, the post-holder will work closely with the Concerts Coordinators, Concerts Assistant and the Orchestra Operations Team in the delivery of outstanding performances in territories as varied as the UK, USA, Asia and Europe.
Essential:
- Minimum three years' managerial experience in classical music administration preferably with a focus on tour management
- Demonstrable experience in performance production and scheduling; including knowledge of international visas, tax and travel.
- A passion for orchestral music;
- Meticulous attention to detail;
- Self-motivated and a diligent worker;
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise whilst working across a wide range of projects at any one time;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal being able to converse with a wide range of stakeholders;
- Ability to problem solve independently, quickly and under pressure;
- Ability to find creative solutions independently;
- Ability to work as part of a team; Ability to motivate junior colleagues;
- Demonstrate hands-on and positive attitude during projects;
- Willingness to work unsocial hours, including evenings and weekends; and to travel outside London and the UK, as required.
- Planning and coordinating of all international tours and residencies undertaken by the Orchestra,
- Planning and coordinating of UK-based performances, engagements and tours outside of the Orchestra's core regional residencies.
- Planning and coordinating commercial recordings and special projects, shared with Concerts & Projects Manager, according to orchestra schedule.
- Developing and managing detailed itineraries, travel schedules, visas, freight and accommodation for musicians, artists, staff and equipment.
- Preparing project budgets, managing and maintaining set budgets and final reconciliation and invoicing, including international tax applications on behalf of the Orchestra.
- Liaising with the Orchestra's Head of Production and Stage Managers regarding practical arrangements for all concerts and projects, including, but not limited to, stage plans, stage extensions, ATA carnet applications; truck requirements, second instruments etc.