BSO Stage Manager

Role summary
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.

Further responsibilities

Stage Presentation
• Carry out all designated duties connected with the setting up of the stage, including the setting up and layout of stands, chairs, rostra, percussion instruments/timpani, music, lighting, sound shields and other equipment/instruments.

• Work closely with local venue staff and communicate issues promptly and efficiently.

• Liaise with relevant members of the orchestra regarding special set ups and instruments as appropriate.

• Alongside the Senior Stage Manager, plan and carry out piano and stage moves with any necessary crew during rehearsals and concerts and offer assistance on stage to orchestra members and visiting artists.

• Carry out occasional advance venue visits and complete visit paperwork as required.

• Assist Senior Stage Manager with stage designs for all concerts with use of Visio software.

Truck Driving and Driving/Working Time Regulations
• Take personal responsibility for their work being carried out in line with the Assimilated Drivers’ Hours Rules and the Working Time Regulations.

• Maintain Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) through regular training.

• Keep highly accurate records of time spent working, driving and on rest using the truck tachograph. Records must be presentable at all times in case of inspection.

• Ensure driver and truck card downloads are completed regularly.

• Assist with ensuring that the orchestra truck is well maintained and up to date with MOT and servicing and carry out and record regular safety checks.

• Attend regular truck meetings with Senior Stage Manager and the Head of Finance & Operations.

• Ensure truck is kept clean and tidy with regular trips to the truck wash.

Health and Safety
• Load and unload the orchestra truck or other vehicle in a safe manner in line with the Truck Risk Assessment and Method Statement.

• Ensure appropriate PPE is used including wearing steel toe-capped shoes, gloves, high-vis vest, etc and communicate importance of these guidelines t