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Do you have professional experience of working in the role of 3rd or 2nd Assistant Director, or a Stage Manager from theatre? Do you enjoy coordinating crucial moving components in a project and thrive in a fast-moving, constantly changing work environment?

Casualty is a BAFTA winning continuing Drama about the staff and patients at the Holby City Emergency Department, charting the ups and downs in their personal and professional lives whilst wrestling with the controversial and sensitive issues that its audience resonate with. Through great writing and visual flair, the show balances gritty realism with high drama to keep its millions of dedicated viewers coming back for more, week in week out. 

From breaking down the script to scheduling transport, fittings and rehearsals in pre-production, the 2nd AD works closely with the 1st AD to ensure schedules are closely followed and act as the main off-set contact for all other departments . From ensuring actors are ready for scenes, coordinating transport to arranging make-up and wardrobe timetables, the role enables the smooth running of production and the avoidance of any potential roadblocks, which is crucial in the relentlessly challenging and varied environment that the Casualty production embodies.

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic and is experienced in being both pro-active and reactive in a calm and effective way. You will have had experience working within a production or theatre team and have the ability to be three steps ahead at all times as you facilitate efficient processes and productive problem solving.