We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to help deliver our 2025 programme.

The Production Manager is an integral part of the Royal Exchange team taking productions and projects from initial design discussions through to realisation, continuing to monitor them through the run and get-out. This may include theatre programme, studio work, Creative Engagement projects, off-site work, transfers or other partnership involvement.

Working from RET’s Production office with the Director of Production and Producing team, the Production Manager will collaborate with the Creative Director, freelance directors, creatives and our specialist in-house staff. Together, they will create exciting and innovative theatre in

the Royal Exchange’s unique in-the-round theatre.

The role ensures that all projects and collaborations enjoy a process rich with imagination and innovation resulting in the highest technical and artistic standards whilst working within agreed parameters.

Holding the production schedule and budgets, the Production Manager will work to find creative solutions to production challenges within the available resources