Who we are
The Production Managers’ Forum (PMF) is a resource for anyone involved in the production or technical management of theatre or live events.
It enables members connect with each other and to share ideas, information and knowledge.
Find out more about the PMF here.
Latest News
The PMF Instagram
The Production Managers Forum is now on Instagram! Our new page can be found here. Alternatively, you can click the logo in the top right hand corner of the website.
PMF Rates of Pay Project Launched
Since our creation over four years ago, PMF members have repeatedly requested that we look to develop a Rate Card for our UK members, most recently during our monthly Town Hall Meetings.
Latest Jobs
Project Office Manager – Scott Fleary
We are looking to recruit a Project Office Manager. The varied nature of projects undertaken by Scott Fleary offers the right candidate a place to
Technical and Building Manager – The New Theatre, Oxford
The New Theatre, Oxford is preparing to reopen in 2021 with a busy and varied programme of live music, comedy, dance and musicals. We’re looking
Discussion Boards
In particular there is a board dedicated to COVID 19 where members discuss how can we make shows while observing social distancing, and what help is available to freelancers. Members have also posted useful documents and links.
Click the Discussion Boards link on the Members Menu
In Conversation Videos
and recorded their conversations for you to view.
Those involved so far are:
David Evans, Head of Production, National Theatre Wales, and PMF chair
Gavin Pell, founder and MD of Pirate Crew
Gary Pell, Head of Stage, National Theatre
John Young, Founder and Director of John Young Creative Industries
Sarah Hemsley-Cole Production and Event Manager
our aims
share ideas and knowledge
support and promote best practice within production and technical management
give access to up to date information, legislation and codes of practice
connect Production Managers with each other through this website, social media channels, regular forums and social events
produce a regular newsletter
advertise relevant job vacancies via this website and our social media channels
develop a Support Hub of individuals and suppliers, to provide regional support and local knowledge
provide mentorship schemes for young and aspiring Production Managers
See our Mission Statement for more details