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Sound No. 1, Short Street Productions Ltd

  •  London
  •  Â£50k+
  •  Full time
  •  Closes October 28, 2024
  •  Anna
  •  recruitment@shortstreet.co.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

Tina Turner Musical Limited and Short Street Productions are looking for a Sound No 1 to join their West End Production of TINA: The Tina Turner Musical at the Aldwych Theatre.

Job Description

The Sound No 1 is responsible for the maintenance and operation of sound equipment as per the Sound Designer's specification and is responsible for maintaining an accurate and appropriate sound image of the production as specified by the Sound Designer. They are responsible for the management and running of the Sound Department.

START DATE: TBC - End of December/Early January 2025

SHOW SCHEDULE: 8 performances Monday-Saturday (Sunday rest day)

Ad hoc rehearsal and press/marketing calls.

SALARY: £1093.18 per week

TERMS:48 hour weekly buyout, averaged over the period of the contract, excluding bank holidays and Sundays, which will be paid in accordance with the SOLT/BECTU Agreement.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: 3 months

NOTICE PERIOD: Without notice during probationary period, not less than two weeks' notice from the Producer once probation is completed.

Application Procedure
To apply, please send a CV and a short covering letter (no more than one page) outlining your suitability for the role, together with a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form tomailto:[email protected] - [email protected] by 10am Monday 28th October 2024 (quoting West End Sound No 1 in the subject line).

We are committed to embracing diversity and inclusion across all departments, and recognise that relevant skills and experience for some roles may come from a non-theatre work setting or home context. Flexible working practices will be considered.

Job Requirements

The post-holder must have the following:

  • Experience of Digico mixing consoles, QLab software and D&B Speaker systems.
  • Experience of operating and maintaining sound equipment for live performance/theatre.
  • The ability to run a busy department.
  • The ability to adapt work in accordance with performance requirements.
  • The ability to work as part of a large team.
  • Good communication skills.

Smoking Policy Please note that the usual place of work, Aldwych Theatre, is a non-smoking building.

Alcohol Policy All staff are expected to remain alcohol free during working hours and take personal responsibility for presenting themselves in a fit state for work i.e. alcohol free.

Job Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities Include

  • Responsible for operating the sound mix for performances as instructed by the Sound Designer, and in consultation with the Musical Supervisor/Musical Director, to ensure the Sound Designer's original specification and sound of the production is maintained.
  • To ensure all sound equipment is cleaned and daily sound checks completed to ensure equipment is in working order for each performance.
  • Responsible for all aspects of the planning and maintenance of all sound equipment both in-house and with suppliers so this may be scheduled to ensure no show delays.
  • Manage, supervise and schedule members of the Sound team, setting and supervising sound plots undertaken by the Sound team.
  • Work collaboratively with other departments, particularly the Wardrobe, Wigs and Music departments, to ensure the smooth running of the show.

For full duties and responsibilities, please go to our website.

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How to Apply

Application Procedure
To apply, please send a CV and a short covering letter (no more than one page) outlining your suitability for the role, together with a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form to [email protected] by 10am Monday 28th October 2024 (quoting West End Sound No 1 in the subject line).

We are committed to embracing diversity and inclusion across all departments, and recognise that relevant skills and experience for some roles may come from a non-theatre work setting or home context. Flexible working practices will be considered.

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