Manager, Technical and Productions (Performing Arts)

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority welcomes exceptional talent with a passion to realise the vision and mission of making the West Kowloon Cultural District a prime local and international destination for arts, culture and entertainment.

You will be responsible for:

• assisting in the planning and execution of technical requirements for WestK Performing Arts Centre, including new building handover, testing, and commissioning of theatre equipment and facilities;
• supporting the establishment and implementation of technical and production support standards for performances and programs; contributing to the development and delivery of related training sessions;
• developing and managing detailed back-of-house operational plans, including manpower allocation, training programs, policy execution, health & safety protocols, and risk management strategies;
• driving the implementation of standardized procedures, protocols, and best practices for the operation and maintenance of Performing Arts venues and facilities, developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure operation consistency and efficiency, while ensuring compliance with policies, regulations, and WKCDA’s standards;
• providing Technical and Productions Team (T&P) Duty In-Charge support as required;
• managing the specification, procurement, and maintenance of technical equipment for Performing Arts venues; overseeing technical storage, stock control, and booking systems to ensure optimal resource utilization;
• supporting the development and management of the department’s annual operational budget and expenditure;
• collaborating with the Technical and Production management team to realize the artistic visions of in-house producers, artistic partners, and hirers, ensuring technical requirements are met to a high professional standard;
• providing technical and operational support for temporary and outdoor performances, including pre-production planning and coordination;
• overseeing the planned preventative maintenance program for all theatre technical equipment and infrastructure; and
• performing any duties from time to time as reasonably as assigned by the Authority.

You should:

• possess a recognised university degree or equivalent;
• possess at least 8 years of experience in technical and production management within performing arts venues, theatres, or cultural institutions;
• have solid experience and knowledge in managing back-of-house operations, supporting temporary, outdoor, or site-specific performances, including pre-production planning and coordination;
• demonstrate involvement in budget development and management for operational and capital expenditures in a performing arts or similar environment;
• preferably have experience and knowledge in drawing preparation such as AutoCAD, Intergraph, 3D modelling and graphic design or equivalent;
• have strong technical expertise in theatre systems, including lighting, sound, rigging, staging, and audiovisual equipment, with a focus on operation, maintenance, and compliance with industry standards, regulations, and organizational policies;
• be proficient in resource management, including manpower allocation, training program delivery, health and safety protocols, and risk mitigation strategies;
• have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese;
• be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and during performances or events.

For interested parties, please submit your application with detailed CV on or before following date. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The review of applications will continue until post is filled.

05-06-2026

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All related information will be kept up to 24 months and all personal data will be destroyed afterwards.

For more information, please visit https://www.westk.hk or contact:

Fiona Yung /+852 22002549