The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Production Co-ordinator to join the team. We want you 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.  
 

EIF is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences.
 

To increase the diversity of our staff, our recruitment includes the Rooney Rule - regarding ethnicity – and Disability Confident Scheme for interviews. For more information go to our website.

The Role:
To support the Head of Production, Programming and Production Departments in the delivery of the Edinburgh International Festival by coordinating logistics, managing schedules and fulfilling administrative duties

Job Responsibilities and Deliverables 
Scheduling 
•    Assist with the creation and maintenance of production and staffing schedules for all performances and events
•    Ensure all departments are updated on schedule changes
•    Oversee the Production Department's Grid and overview schedule to ensure these documents are kept up to date and accurate
•    Working with Music and Artistic Management Departments on organizational Festival schedule
•    Liaise with Access Manager for all access performance production requirements

Logistics and Operations
•    Oversee the delivery of materials to stores and venues when required
•    Coordinate key rentals and purchases
•    Liaise with the Transport Manager and Production HODs regarding the provision of Festival vehicles and assist with vehicle requirements outside the festival period
•    Work with the Stores Manager to keep an inventory and arrange yearly maintenance of equipment
•    Collaborate with the Production HODs and Stores Manager to coordinate daily Festival logistics including delivery of materials, transport and staffing
•    Maintain rotas for all HODs and Core staff throughout the Festival
 

Learn about our Employee Benefits

Due to the high volume of applications received for this role, it is possible the job opening will close before the application closing date. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. 

Closing date for applications: Monday 19 January 2026, 09:00am

Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland. 
Registered charity number SC004694.