Spyros Kois
Box Office & Ticketing Manager at Kiln Theatre- Claim this Profile
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Greek Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Full professional proficiency
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French Elementary proficiency
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Credentials
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Leading Innovation in Arts and Culture
CourseraJul, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Arts and Culture Strategy
CourseraJun, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Kiln Theatre
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United Kingdom
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Box Office & Ticketing Manager
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Oct 2021 - Present
As the Box Office & Ticketing Manager I am responsible for ensuring that every customer has the best experience possible at Kiln Theatre, Cinema, Café and Bar. I recruit, manage and inspire a box office team which embodies our mission to be a theatre for all. I act as a core part of the Marketing & Communications and Operations & Front of House teams, working to ensure the smooth-running of the box office and ticketing system. The role is an integral part of the running of the venue during administration hours, and theatre and cinema incomings.
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Woolwich Works
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United Kingdom
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Duty Manager
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Oct 2021 - Present
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Ark4Art Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event, Production and Tour Manager
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Jan 2018 - Present
-Event Manager-Tour Manager-Assistant Producer-Public Relations and Communication-Social Media Administrator -Event Manager-Tour Manager-Assistant Producer-Public Relations and Communication-Social Media Administrator
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Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
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United Kingdom
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Visitor Services Duty Manager
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Aug 2021 - Oct 2021
As Visitor Services Duty Manager I assist and support the Head of Visitor Services and Estates in the effective delivery of the box office, front of house and building operations. Being a front line manager, I represent the company, ensuring the highest levels of customer service and presentation whilst maximising sales and profitability. As DM I act as the most senior operational manager and I look after:- the safety, comfort and enjoyment of all members of the public and staff; - compliance with all licensing, fire, security, safety and other company regulations and policies;- day-to-day set up of events, including corporate and partnership events. In the event of an emergency, I lead the response in line with company policies and procedures and liaise with the emergency services as necessary. During performances, I work alongside the Company Stage Manager to ensure performance start times are adhered to, as well as effective audience management during weather show pauses and delays.Key responsibilities:- Oversee the smooth running of the venue and box office operation, including documentation of staff training and enforcement of company policies and procedures relating to the ticketing system;- Oversee the Supervisors and Assistants to ensure jobs are completed in a timely manner, attendance, punctuality and presentation is satisfactory;- Train, develop and work closely with all Supervisors and Assistants to deliver the highest level of customer service and meet H&S requirements;- Maintain a thorough knowledge of safety and emergency procedures, manage and implement security checks, and perform an integral role in evacuation procedures;- Manage consumables and merchandise ensuring that stock is ordered and stored in a timely and correct manner;- Assist with recruitment and interviews of the seasonal team;- Meet with contractors onsite, ensuring they receive adequate H&S and site inductioninformation, monitoring works and signing job sheets.
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Front of House Supervisor
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Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
- As Front of House Supervisor I assist and support the Duty Manager in the efficient and effective delivery of the Front of House operation, ensuring that the site is clean and well-maintained and provides a safe and welcoming environment for our audience, staff and visitors.- Supervising the Visitor Services Assistants (Front of House), and working closely with all front line teams, I am there to ensure the highest levels of customer service and presentation whilst maximising sales and profitability.
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Southbank Centre
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United Kingdom
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Performing Arts
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200 - 300 Employee
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Visitor & Ticketing Assistant
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May 2021 - Oct 2021
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Visitor Experience Supervisor
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Dec 2019 - May 2021
-Soundpit Supervisor
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Visitor Experience Host
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Nov 2018 - Oct 2020
-Front of House-Sales-Merchandise
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Invigilator and Team Representative
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Sep 2018 - Sep 2018
-Invigilating at the exhibit of the Greek Pavilion-Team Representative for the Greek Team-Public Relations for the Studio-Visitor Assistant -Invigilating at the exhibit of the Greek Pavilion-Team Representative for the Greek Team-Public Relations for the Studio-Visitor Assistant
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Southbank Centre
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United Kingdom
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Performing Arts
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200 - 300 Employee
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Tour Guide
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May 2018 - Jul 2018
-Tour Guide-Ticket Checker -Tour Guide-Ticket Checker
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Invigilator
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Apr 2017 - Jul 2017
-Visitor Assistant-Guide -Visitor Assistant-Guide
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Tour Leader
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Oct 2016 - Feb 2017
-Tour guide-Team leader-Booking Management -Tour guide-Team leader-Booking Management
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Public Relations Communications Assistant
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Feb 2015 - Aug 2015
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Education
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Goldsmiths, University of London
Master's degree, Arts Administration and Cultural Policy -
Technological Educational Institute of Ionian Islands
Bachelor’s Degree, Public Relations and Communication