The Head of Sound and Video is responsible for the efficient and safe running of the Sound and Video department and its equipment, managing sound and video requirements for all projects, and for the general electrical maintenance of the theatre and associated buildings. The Head of Sound and Video may also be required to act as Sound Designer for mainstage, touring and creative learning productions and events. The Head of Sound and Video will be responsible to the Head of Production and will have key internal relationships with the Deputy Head of Production, Technical Stage Manager, Artistic Directors, Senior Management Team, members of the Production team and performers, members of the Operations and Engage teams, and the Scottish Dance Theatre Production team. The post holder will have key external relationships with sound and video designers, visiting companies, suppliers, and casual staff. Significant experience in sound mixing and engineering and experience of working in a sound department in a medium/large scale producing theatre. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Maintenance, care and organisation of all sound and video equipment including annual portable appliance testing of equipment. To apply for this post, you must submit a CV with cover letter and an Equalities Monitoring Form to [email protected]. Data from your Equalities Monitoring Form will not be shared with the recruitment panel. If you would like to request any adjustments to enable you to apply for this post or to fully participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].Job Summary
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Job Requirements
Knowledge of projector and video installations, software, and operation.
Staff management experience.
Strong administrative and organisational skills, including budget management and scheduling.
Knowledge of electrical safety and safe working practice.
Knowledge and experience of current Health and Safety issues and legislation.
PC literate (including Microsoft Office and CAD).
Knowledge and experience of working with Digico and other digital sound desks and multimedia playback software (Qlab, PowerPoint etc.).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated and pro-active approach.
Strong team player with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.Job Responsibilities
Supervising the work of technical team members both full and part time for in-house, touring and visiting productions.
Liaising with and providing a high-quality service to all visiting creative teams, companies, and artists.
Safe rigging of equipment for in-house and incoming productions. Setting up and operation of sound and video for visiting productions.
Sound and video content creation and operation on in-house productions (including attendance at rehearsals as/when necessary to ensure working knowledge of shows prior to technical rehearsal).
Operation and organisation of equipment for touring as directed by production requirements, including liaising with other venues to ensure necessary equipment and services are available.Useful Links
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