Production Assistant / Stage manager (Freelancer)

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We’re Fever, the world’s leading tech platform for culture and live entertainment.

Our mission? To democratize access to culture and entertainment. With our proprietary cutting-edge technology and data-driven approach, we’re revolutionizing the way people engage with live entertainment.

Every month, our platform inspires over 300 million people in +55 countries (and counting) to discover unforgettable experiences while also empowering event creators with our data and technology, helping them scale, innovate, and enhance their events to reach new audiences.

Our results? We’ve teamed up with major industry leaders like Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound, presented international award-winning experiences, and are backed by several leading global investors! Impressive, right?

To achieve our mission, we are looking for bar-raisers with a hands-on mindset who are eager to help shape the future of entertainment!

Ready to be part of the experience?

Now, let’s discuss this role and what you will do to help achieve Fever’s mission.

As part of the Fever Originals team, you will use data and insights to create one-of-a-kind events and experiences that allow people to have unforgettable moments.

The role

The Production Assistant for The Jury Experience in Turkey main responsibility is to run the technical and operational execution of the show on site via QLab.

The role might include supporting the selection of venues (when and only if needed to open a new city), suppliers and cast, preparing all Turkish-language materials.

• Type of Engagement: Independent contractor (freelance, VAT-registered)
• Location: Turkey (Istanbul - main, Thessaloniki); remote work allowed, on-site presence in Turkey as required
• Reports to: Fever Originals Producer and Project Manager

Responsibilities

1. Pre-production: scouting (only if needed and requested by PM)

• Research venues, technical service providers and talent agencies, filtering options against technical riders, budget and casting briefs.
• Act as the main point of contact for the scouting process and coordinate with the Fever team.
• Engage third parties (venues, vendors, agents) for information only: interest, availability, general commercial terms.
• Keep the Producer and Project Manager continuously updated, and deliver a shortlist of viable options.

2. Pre-production: technical preparation (only if needed and requested by Producer)

• Review AV materials (images, video, audio), the script and the cue sheets.
• Proofread the translated script, give feedback to the Producer and amend it where needed.
• Translate production materials from English into Turkish.
• Record Turkish voiceovers for audio and video materials.
• Complete QLab training with Fever's QLab expert.
• Join the kick-off meeting and weekly alignment meetings with the Producer and Project Manager.

3. Local stakeholder management

• Act as the main point of contact for the cast, talent agency and venues.
• Prepare the show proactively and flag risks to the Producer early to prevent issues on site.
• Supervise rehearsals and record them.

4. On site: before the show

• Check that the venue is ready and set up as planned.
• Be the team's point of contact during the event.
• Welcome the actors and brief them on schedules and logistics.
• Coordinate entrances, exits and stage timing according to the run of the show.
• Liaise between the cast and the production team.

5. On site: during the show

• Show calling: direct the live show, coordinating the Staff Coordinator and actors (entry and exit cues).
• QLab 5: take full ownership of show control, keep all cues in sync and make changes when needed.
• Technical execution: run scene, lighting, sound and video changes, staying aligned with the tech team.
• Voting and verdicts: manage the digital or manual voting system, compile the results and coordinate delivery of the verdict envelopes.
• Troubleshooting: solve technical issues in real time.
• Make sure the show follows the intended narrative.

6. General

• Deal with attendees, cast and third parties professionally, following Fever's brand and customer experience guidelines.

Requirements

• Native Turkish and fluent English to coordinate with the Fever team.
• Experience in theatre or live event production or stage management, including show calling.
• Knowledge of QLab, or willingness to learn it through Fever's training.
• Familiarity with live lighting, sound and video.
• Strong organisation and autonomy; confident managing relationships with suppliers and cast.
• Based in Turkey (Istanbul).

Engagement terms

• Fee structure:
• Fixed fee: show-date fee (25.000 TL gross / day + amenities)
• Variable fee: based on Fever Originals’ requests and economic arrangement between parties. Standard pre-production fee: 50.000 TL.

Thank you for considering joining Fever. We cannot wait to learn more about you!

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