Back of House Manager (Live Performances)
Core
Coordinating all backstage and operational activities for live performances, ensuring artists, crew, and promoters receive exceptional support while maintaining safety and efficiency standards.
Role type
Senior operations manager for live entertainment venues
Builds
Live music, comedy, and theatre productions across multiple venue complexes
Domain
Live entertainment and venue operations
Required skills
Event operations management, team leadership, backstage logistics coordination, WHS compliance, stakeholder communication, operational reporting, emergency management, facility maintenance oversight
Preferred skills
Technical production knowledge (audio, lighting, stage management), high-volume event experience, problem-solving under pressure, relationship building with artists and promoters
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead backstage operations during events, coordinate artist and crew requirements, manage dressing room allocations and hospitality, oversee venue bump-ins and bump-outs, coordinate loading dock schedules, ensure WHS policy compliance, manage casual staff and contractors, maintain backstage facilities and equipment, prepare operational reports, assist with emergency procedures
Seniority
Senior, hands-on leadership
