The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Head of Staging to join the team. Head of Staging (Fixed term, May 2025 to September 2025) £44,000 to £48,000 pro rata The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for someone to help us deliver this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world. The role of Head of Staging is integral to the delivery of the Edinburgh International Festival. The person for the role must be an excellent communicator and be able to negotiate directly with visiting companies, both nationally and internationally. They will have to manage, delegate, and supervise a team, which will vary depending on the demand of that year's festival programme. The job demands the utmost attention to detail during preparation and planning stages, which will be relied upon in the pressured and concentrated three-week festival period. They should demonstrate excellent knowledge of their field, being able to offer solutions with reference to up-to-date practices and ensuring the Edinburgh International Festival delivers at the highest level. 35 hours per week, by agreement within standard office hours of 9.30 to 17.30, Monday to Friday. At peak times, and particularly immediately before and during the International Festival, it will be necessary to work outside standard hours and at weekends, and working hours will increase as required. However, the working hours will not exceed the Working Time Directive rules. All hours are to be agreed with the Head of Production. For a full job description and to apply online, visit eif.co.uk/jobs Closing date for applications is 12:00 on Friday 20th December 2024. Interview invitations week of the 6th Jan 2025. Interviews week of the 13th Jan 2025. Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland. Registered charity number SC004694. #J-18808-Ljbffr