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Disney's The Lion King , London, is looking for an enthusiastic Company Manager to join the team for its upcoming cast change. Disney is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce and strongly encourages applicants of every race, ethnicity, belief, gender, sexual identity, disability, age, and culture to apply. This role offers an opportunity for a motivated individual to lead the company management department at Disney's The Lion King on a fixed-term basis. Working with the General Management team, this department will serve as the main point of contact between the Disney office and the show, focusing on Pastoral Care and maintaining production excellence. Job Title: Company Manager Position: Fixed Term Contract / 24th February 2025 - July 2026 Location: West End, London Responsibilities and Duties: Ensure the welfare of cast members through regular dressing room walk rounds and department check-ins during the week. Coordinate between Technical departments, Resident Creative Team, Production, General Management, and local staff to ensure smooth rehearsals and performances. Communicate promptly with Production, General Management, and the Resident Creative Team about daily changes impacting the production. Manage payroll information and prepare weekly payroll files. Schedule performer holidays with updates for approval by the General Manager and Resident Creative Team. Maintain financial records and foster positive employee relations necessary for production operations. Arrange tickets for company members and coordinate with the International Creative Team for show visits. Lead weekly Head of Department meetings on a rotational basis. Work with Disney marketing and press to organize events and backstage tours, attending as needed. Collaborate with Stage Management to produce rehearsal schedules and show reports. Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, liaising with Disney's Health and Safety Manager. Skills Required: Experience in a similar role within large-scale musical productions with an international cast is highly desirable. Strong communication and decision-making skills. Ability to stay focused and calm under pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills with cast and creative teams. Transparent, open approach; leadership by example. Problem-solving skills and initiative. Integrity and confidentiality awareness. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Efficient problem-solving abilities. Team-oriented mindset. Ability to follow instructions and uphold department rules. Motivated to learn and maintain high production standards. Discretion and collaborative working style. Well-organized across all tasks. Additional Information: 48 hours per week. Weekend and evening work required (Tuesday to Sunday schedule). Adherence to health and safety regulations is mandatory. Disney's award-winning musical The Lion King features vibrant colors, stunning effects, and captivating music. It tells the story of Simba's journey from cub to King of the Pride Lands. For more information or to apply, please contact . Include a cover letter with your CV and reference the British Blacklist in your application. Closing date for applications: August 2024

DISNEY'S HERCULES ON STAGE - Head of Puppets Disney's Hercules is looking for an enthusiastic Head of Puppets to join the team Disney is recruiting staff across all departments for the UK (United Kingdom) premiere of Hercules , opening in London Summer 2025. Having opened in Hamburg, Germany, to rave reviews, we are proud to bring Hercules to the home of British Theatre. Job Title: Head of Puppets Position Type: Fixed-Term Contract Reports to: Company Management, Production Management, General Management Location: West End, London Overview of Role: This upcoming role is an opportunity for a keen and motivated individual to lead the Puppets and Props department on Disney's Hercules on a fixed-term basis. Working with the Production Manager, General Managers, and Company Management, this department lead will be a main point of contact between the Disney office and the show, leading on Health and Safety in their department and maintaining the excellence of the production. Responsibilities and Duties: Liaise between the Company Manager, Technical departments, Resident Creative Team, Production and General Management Teams to ensure the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances. Communicate promptly with the Company Manager, Production, General Management and the Resident Creative Team on any day-to-day changes that might impact the running of the Production. Manage, supervise and schedule members of the Puppets and Props team. Take an active role in teaching new members of staff to ensure the smooth running of the production and safe handling of props. Perform daily setup, oversee Puppets and Props pre-sets and provide clear communication within the team. Ensure awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments. Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required. Responsible for maintaining, repairing Puppets and Props as instructed and maintaining the quality of the show as dictated by the artistic requirements and under the direction of the Production Manager and Resident Creative Team. Report and feedback show and staff-related issues in a timely manner. Create accurate production paperwork and ensure the efficient flow of information as necessary for the smooth running of the show. Acquire familiarity with all plots/tracks within the Puppets and Props department to provide holiday or absence cover for other members of the department as required Attend weekly Head of Department meetings. Work in accordance with the Health And Safety Policy and maintain an excellent working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation and good working practices, liaising closely with Disney's Health and Safety Manager to ensure that the Health And Safety Policy is followed. Skills Required: Experience in a similar role within a large-scale musical production working with an international cast is highly desirable. Clear, confident communication and decision making essential. Handle any problems that occur during performances with an ability to remain focused and calm when under pressure. Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills with the cast, creative and production team essential. Transparent and open approach, be able to work well under pressure, enjoy leading from the front, and by example. Excellent problem-solving skills and use of own initiative. A full awareness of the need for integrity and confidentiality. Knowledge of maintaining stage Puppets, Props and scenic painting. Confident with power tools and basic carpentry. Knowledge and understanding of H&S legislation. Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently. A strong team player. Ability to follow instructions and department rules. A motivated individual who is driven to learn new skills and understand what is required to maintain a consistent high production standard. Discretion and ability to work closely with others. Well organised across all work. Additional Information: Fixed Term Contract - Spring 2025 start, opening summer 2025. 48 hours per week. Weekend and evening work integral (Monday to Saturday show schedule). This role will require the candidate to understand and follow the Health and safety rules & regulations at the production. Please make sure to reference The British Blacklist in your application. Closing date for applications: 18th October 2024