Deputy Head of Sound The Production and Technical department is an integral part of Chichester Festival Theatre (CFT), responsible for realising all shows and events across the site throughout the year. There is a small full time team across the Lighting, Sound, Stage and Costume disciplines, augmented by up to 60 additional staff including Wardrobe, WHAM and Props teams who are recruited seasonally as required by the productions. The department ensures that productions created at CFT between April and November, as well as the touring productions hosted over the winter months, are created and run efficiently and effectively across our two modern, well equipped theatres, our studio venue and other spaces on site. CFT produces a varied mixture of drama, musicals and world premieres, and the team gets the opportunity to work with the country's leading creative artists. Many of CFT's productions transfer to London or tour nationally and internationally. Throughout the year, CFT also hosts a number of other events and activities with which the department is fully engaged. Job Purpose To assist with the efficient day-to-day running and operation of CFT Sound department and provide first class support for the theatre's productions. To work with the HoD, seasonal and freelance staff and Designers to support and realise all aspects of sound for CFT productions. To support the works of visiting and touring companies. Duties include: Proven experience in a professional Theatre Sound department Full details can be found on our website https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs/deputy-head-of-sound We'd love to hear about what makes you a great fit in your own words. We encourage candidates not to rely on AI for their applications, as a more personalised approach gives us a better sense of who you are. Please email [email protected] if you'd like to arrange for an informal chat about the role before applying.Job Summary
Job Description
Full Time, Permanent Contract
Establish a close working relationship with the resident Technical Managers, Theatre Technicians, Production Department, Designers and Creative Teams
Provide a full, professional technical support service to the theatre and its users
Ensure that the flow of information both within the department and to others is clear, accurate and timely
Production engineer and supervise sound teams in production periods
Prepare and design sound and sound effects for productions when requiredJob Requirements
Knowledge of fundamental audio practice and theory
Experience in technical theatre stage sound, including the rigging and focusing of speakers, and other equipment, ideally within a producing environment
Experience of programming and operating digital sound control systems with specific experience on Digico Theatre software and Yamaha digital audio equipment
Experience of line by line mixing of larger scale plays and musicals.
Experience of working with Radio Microphone systems, frequency co-ordination and running mic plots
Experience choosing and using a broad variety of professional audio equipment
A sympathetic approach to creative concepts and the ability to realise the requirements of Sound Designers, Designers and Directors
An ability to work safely at height using appropriate access equipment
Flexible approach to working, including the ability to work unsociable hoursUseful Links
How to Apply
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter, or video, to [email protected] by the deadline, quoting job reference: 2607HOS in the subject line. In your covering letter or video, please let us know why you are applying for the role, what excites you about joining CFT and how your experience and skills match the person specification.