Props & Creative Manager

• Annual Salary: £32,000–£35,000
• Location: Saffron Walden
• Job Type: Permanent - Full-time on site

Reed Business Support are delighted to be working with an amazing tourist attraction who would like a new member of their team! As a Props & Creative Manager, you would lead their Creative Team in crafting magical environments, characters and experiences that captivate their visitors. This role is perfect for someone who is as comfortable leading a team as they are with hands-on creative tasks, from painting to prop sourcing and space transformation.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead and organise the Creative Team, setting daily and project priorities, allocating work and ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard and on time.
• Take creative concepts from initial ideas through to the finished experience, balancing creativity with practical considerations such as budgets, durability and safety.
• Design and develop props, sets, signage, decorations and interactive elements for our seasonal events and attractions.
• Source props and materials, building strong supplier relationships and identifying new products and ideas.
• Manage costumes, overseeing briefs, designs, timelines and budgets to ensure they are practical and meet the required standards.
• Contribute ideas for shows, performances, characters, activities and customer experiences, ensuring they compliment scripts and performances.
• Maintain high standards across all decorations, props and creative installations throughout each event and season.
• Manage stock and storage, ensuring proper documentation and maintenance of props, costumes and decorations between events.
• Keep projects within agreed budgets and find practical solutions that deliver maximum visual impact.
• Plan and document installation, operation and storage procedures for creative elements to ensure smooth transitions for operational teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience managing or supervising a team in creative production, events, props, theatre, visual merchandising or similar fields.
• Strong practical creative skills with experience in designing, making, adapting or installing props, sets, displays or decorations.
• Proven ability to source materials and creative products while managing budgets.
• Confidence in briefing and managing freelancers and external suppliers, including costume designers and makers.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, capable of handling multiple deadlines.
• A keen eye for detail and high presentation standards.
• Proficient in using standard computer packages for documents, correspondence and project administration.
• Practical, flexible attitude with a willingness to work hands-on alongside the team.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and risk assessments within a busy visitor attraction.
• Experience in visitor attractions, theatre, events, entertainment, immersive experiences or visual merchandising is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to lead creative projects in a unique and enchanting environment.
• Chance to work with a dynamic and passionate team.

To apply for the Props & Creative Manager position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.