We are seeking a highly skilled, strategic, and proactive Head of Production to lead and oversee all production operations, initially for our Bristol site, before then incorporating our new second site in London into your remit in Q2 2026.
This pivotal senior role is responsible for ensuring the smooth delivery of all build and fabrication activity-from planning and coordination to implementation and evaluation-across both locations. Working closely with the Creative team, you will manage the production schedule, logistics, budget oversight, and interdepartmental communications. You will be based primarily in our Bristol office, with travel to our new London site increasing as we get closer to opening and beyond. There will also be an opportunity to recruit and shape a small Production team over the next 12 months to support the delivery of the business's plans.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Wake The Tiger's production capability as we scale and deliver ever-more ambitious immersive environments.
Job Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Production Oversight: Lead planning, logistics, and coordination across Bristol and London. Implement systems for communication, documentation, and tracking. Oversee projects, site maintenance, and team performance. Collaborate with Creative and Ops for timely, safe delivery. Manage rotas and support team growth.
- Build & Site Operations: Coordinate access, transport, materials, and storage. Oversee sourcing and workshop operations within budget. Track progress, maintain equipment, and report updates. Open/close building as required.
- Crew & Supplier Management: Source and manage contractors, freelancers, and suppliers. Negotiate contracts and oversee scheduling and compliance. Maintain consistent quality across both sites.
- Health & Safety: Lead H&S, CDM, RAMS, and COSHH compliance. Ensure inductions, audits, and safety protocols are upheld. Oversee rigging, certifications, and structural sign-off.
- Budgeting: Manage budgets, track spend, and drive cost-effective decisions.
Skills & Attributes
- Essential: 5+ years in senior production/site roles within creative, construction, or live events. Strong knowledge of build logistics, materials, and immersive installations. Familiarity with scenic artistry (texturing, painting, finishing) and technical installs (lighting, sound, Artnet, Ableton, Raspberry Pi, Arduino, motors, Resolume). Experience managing multi-site operations and large rollouts. Deep understanding of H&S, CDM, and RAMS. Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills. Line management experience across diverse teams. Calm under pressure, strong multitasker. First Aid certified (or willing to gain). Proficient in scheduling, budgeting, and reporting tools. Bristol-based, with flexibility to travel. Able to interpret construction drawings and lead installations.
- Desirable: Immersive/visitor attraction experience. H&S certifications (NEBOSH/IOSH). Creative/tech network. Familiar with Blender, SketchUp, Adobe Suite, Cinema 4D, Notion.
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