Event Project Manager

Event Project Manager (Daytime role - 3x days pw)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Event Project Manager (daytime) to join ATT,  at their theatre-based learning project in Huddersfield.

Purpose of the role: To provide leadership on-site for the delivery team presenting the induction experience to all participants. To provide a friendly and welcoming environment whilst ensuring the safety and comfort of cast and crew, as well as participants, throughout their day at the centre.

General Duties:

• To represent ATT as a host of the centre in a professional, courteous and flexible manner
• To act as liaison, interacting with induction participants, ensuring a positive experience
• To be an effective and empathetic leader of the delivery team, empowering them to deliver outstanding sessions, every time
• To be the primary contact at the centre, liaising with the client on behalf of ATT
• To manage all daily delivery processes and manage the freelance teams 

Example Tasks + Responsibilities:

• To be the on-site leader and point of contact for cast and crew on the project
• Hold morning briefing (numbers of participants, anomalies for the day, identify designated First Aiders / Fire Wardens etc)
• Managing the usher team
• Provide participants with guidance and reassurance throughout the day
• Stock checking and ordering costume, scripts, props, general kit, consumables, supplies etc / ordering
• Collaborate with the Technical Manager to ensure the event runs smoothly
• Support new company members joining the TRUST delivery team
• Manage daily administration tasks; eg attendance sheets, show reports, catering orders, name badges etc
• Assist with interviews, recruitment and training of new crew members as needed
• To liaise with other ATT departments (on and off site) ensuring good communication

Health + Safety:

• Manage a well-organised, clean, efficient, and safe working environment at the TRUST Centre.
• To lead on evacuation/emergency procedures.
• To ensure health and safety of all personnel within the centre.

Necessary Skills/Experience:

• Experience of working in performing arts, events, or venue management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently at all levels
• Experienced in taking the lead in emergency situations
• Exceptional time management skills
• Competent with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Google Drive

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Experience in a customer service role
• A confident and positive approach; skilled at communicating in challenging situations or environments
• Experience working in a busy environment (eg arts venue)
• Excellent supervisory skills or experience managing a team
• A keen interest in performing arts, events, production, or stage management

About ATT

Active Training Team are innovators in safety leadership. Working across the construction, transport, and energy sectors, ATT designs and delivers unique, drama-based immersive experiences which give people a clear understanding of their role in safety at work and the communication tools to make a difference. Consistently winning awards for our programmes, our clients include Thames Tideway Tunnel Project, Siemens Gamesa, Ørsted, Crossrail and Transport for London. Behind the effectiveness of our work lies a deep understanding of the way that heightened emotional and sensory experiences impact on learning, memory, recall, and subsequent behaviour. ATT’s aim is to set the benchmark in safety leadership and to work with organisations who share this aspiration.

What it is like to work for us

We are a small business with a big reach. We are a collaborative team so you need to be able to roll your sleeves up and get the job done; you will be given autonomy and support from all your colleagues. We truly believe that we are all responsible for the success of our business and feel passionate about our company, the work we deliver, and what we have achieved.

HOW TO APPLY

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