Camp Wildfire

We’re looking for an exceptional Show Coordination Manager to oversee the big-impact, high-energy moments that define the spirit of Camp Kindling and Camp Wildfire, including Initiations, Parades & Finales.

This year is special:

• 🎉 5 years of Camp Kindling
  
• 🔥 10 years of Camp Wildfire
  

We're pulling out all the stops and need someone who can juggle suppliers, schedules, and surprises - bringing flair, precision, and a deep understanding of live, immersive production.

Key Information

• Rates: £180/day pre-production | £210/day onsite
• Dates:
  • 3 days remote pre-production between 14 June-14 August
  • 9 days onsite between 14 August-1 September
• Location: A beautiful heritage pine forest near Sevenoaks, Kent
• Application Deadline: Midnight on 22nd June 2025
• Food/Accom: Onsite shared bell tent accommodation & catering

Your Responsibilities

• Coordinating and delivering show elements that are the beating heart of the events.
• Planning & prep: Work closely with the Creative Director to shape the schedule and running orders for each major show moment.
• Liaise with firework suppliers, patrol leaders, parade bands + performers, riggers, sound, lighting, special effects, and other special surprise show elements.
• Produce clear and timely show call sheets, tech specs, and supplier schedules.
• Onsite show management: Lead on showtime coordination from the ground: initiating parades, cueing fireworks, and solving surprises with grace.
• Ensure all suppliers are fully briefed, supported, and punctual.
• Maintain a strong overview across multiple disciplines and locations (e.g. from parade start point to fireworks launch sites).
• Act as the key point of contact between production management and performance teams during key moments.
• Team collaboration: work alongside the site production manager, creative director, and ops team to ensure each moment lands with maximum impact.
• Build strong working relationships with suppliers and collaborators, keeping the energy high and the comms crystal clear.
  

Your Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in live event show management, festival production, or outdoor  theatrical coordination.
• Previous work on parades, immersive shows, or festivals
• Confidence wrangling a diverse range of performers, creatives, and technical suppliers.
• Excellent communication skills, both in advance and under pressure.
• A love of wild ideas and detailed planning.
• Someone unflappable, proactive, and with a bit of sparkle.
• Radio comms (PTT) made for countdowns.
  

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Fireworks or special effects experience.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD site plans or technical site maps
• Driving license.

How to apply

Apply using this online form with an overview of some of your relevant experience based on the above requirements, accompanied by a cv.