English National Opera is founded on the belief that opera of the highest quality should be accessible to everyone.

This appointment will be made on merit, but we believe that diversity strengthens and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at ENO to make the arts and cultural sector a more diverse and equal place. As Black, Asian and minority ethnic and disabled people are currently under-represented at ENO, we particularly encourage and welcome applications from such applicants.

 Assistant Stage Manager

We are looking for an ASM to facilitate the smooth running of rehearsals and performances within a team of one Stage Manager, one Deputy Stage Manager and one other Assistant Stage Manager

 Your duties will include:

• Planning, co-ordinating and monitoring rehearsal and performance arrangements for props in order to meet production requirement
• Ascertaining a detailed knowledge of the allocated production in order to ensure that designated aspects of rehearsals and performances run in accordance with the director’s vision.
• Checking the stage prior to performance, ensuring that all requirements (TVs, music stands etc.) are correctly positioned, sufficient room is allowed for off stage bands and chorus, quick change booths are set, props and scenery are cleared from entrances and all masking is in position

The successful candidate:  

• Demonstrable professional experience
• Experience of working with creative teams
• Discretion and sensitivity when dealing with confidential information
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Proactive and flexible attitude, ability to effectively prioritise
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of current Health and Safety guidelines
• Understand of current Covid-19 government guidance especially in the performing arts
• Ability to instill confidence and provide reassurance to company members when it comes to working in a Covid-19 safe environment

Please see the attached Recruitment Pack  for more information, and how to apply.

If you wish to apply, please complete Part 1 and Part 2 of the application form and the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form and return as separate attachments to workwithus [at] eno.org

Closing date: 30 August 2021, 10AM