James Beckman
Summary
Experienced stage manager and production coordinator with a proven track record in stage management, production coordination, and event logistics. Skilled in artist and contractor liaison, stage builds and changeovers, technical show operations, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Adept at problem-solving under pressure while maintaining crowd safety and operational efficiency. Holds a full UK driving licence, with a commitment to delivering seamless events through meticulous planning and execution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Stage Manager
Leeds Festival – LS23 Stage
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Coordinating artists, crew and technical departments.
- Managing schedules and facilitating efficient stage changeovers.
- Supporting safe and successful show delivery.
Stage Crew
Green Man Festival – Far Out Stage
08.2022 - 06.2026
- Supporting stage builds and changeovers.
- Working alongside lighting, audio, rigging and backline teams.
- Developing a practical understanding of technical show requirements.
Stage Manager
Latitude Festival – BBC Introducing Stage & Lavish Lounge
07.2026 - 06.2026
- Managing day-to-day stage operations.
- Liaising with artists, technicians and production teams.
- Maintaining performance schedules and supporting production requirements.
Gate Operations
Slam Dunk Festival
09.2022 - 05.2026
- Supporting audience ingress and front-of-house operations.
Artist Liaison
Cardiff Castle & Blackweir Fields
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Acting as a key point of contact for artists and their representatives.
- Coordinating transport, hospitality and backstage requirements.
Artist Liaison & Choir Coordinator
Young Voices UK Tour
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Supported arena performances including The O2.
- Coordinated performers and backstage logistics.
- Assisted with artist and participant management.
Accreditation
Live Nation – Principality Stadium
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Managing accreditation processes for artists, crew and contractors.
- Supporting secure event operations.
Operations Manger
LFX Events
Ludlow Castle, Shropshire
06.2024 - 06.2024
Skills
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7 Years Live event experience
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Stage management
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Production coordination
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Event logistics
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Artist and contractor liaison
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Stage builds and changeovers
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Technical operations
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Health and safety awareness
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Crowd safety management
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Problem solving under pressure
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Full UK driving licence
Certification
- Showstop Crowd Safety Course | 2026
- Professional training in crowd dynamics, audience management and event risk mitigation.
SELECTED EVENTS & VENUES
- The O2
- Principality Stadium
- Leeds Festival
- Latitude Festival
- Green Man Festival
- Slam Dunk Festival
- Cardiff Castle
- Blackweir Fields
Timeline
Stage Manager
Latitude Festival – BBC Introducing Stage & Lavish Lounge
07.2026 - 06.2026
Stage Manager
Leeds Festival – LS23 Stage
08.2025 - 06.2026
Artist Liaison
Cardiff Castle & Blackweir Fields
06.2025 - 08.2025
Accreditation
Live Nation – Principality Stadium
01.2025 - 06.2026
Operations Manger
LFX Events
06.2024 - 06.2024
Gate Operations
Slam Dunk Festival
09.2022 - 05.2026
Stage Crew
Green Man Festival – Far Out Stage
08.2022 - 06.2026
Artist Liaison & Choir Coordinator
Young Voices UK Tour
01.2022 - 02.2022