Northern Ballet is the UK's foremost narrative ballet company. We tell unexpected stories that move our audiences across the country and online. We aim to reach as many different people and places as possible with our passionate storytelling, mastery of classical dance technique and live music. We believe in the power to change lives through dance and are committed to engaging with people from all different sectors of the community. We have an absolute commitment to our leading role as an international ambassador for world-class dance, often showcasing our exceptional home-grown artistry on the world-stage. Our Priorities We create stories that connect with people and invite a range of diverse voices to bring fresh perspectives to stories old and new. We build inclusive pathways for the next generation of creative voices to learn, develop and flourish through our Academy, Learning programme and the work we commission on our stages Through an open access and Inclusive Dance programme for people of all ages and abilities we create opportunity for people to experience the physical and emotional impact of dance. We believe dancing improves people's health and wellbeing, as well as bringing joy and we want to share that joy! We are looking for a Stage Technician to assist the Head of Stage and Deputy Head of Stage in the efficient running of the Stage Department. The successful applicant will be responsible for assessing and implementing all rigging, flying, and lifting operations within the Technical Department. Essential: Desirable: Assisting with all, get-ins, fit ups, performances and get-outs under the direction of the Head of Stage or Deputy Head of Stage. Running a fly floor plot and if required a stage plot, during rehearsals and performances as directed by the Head of Stage, Deputy Head of Stage, Stage Manager, or Technical Director. Managing venue staff assigned to you during performances. Assisting in the planning, management and physically assist, the safe and efficient loading and unloading of all items of stock, scenery, props, wardrobe, music or orchestral equipment, physio equipment, electrical equipment, company equipment and merchandise, from and to all company premises, on tour and as otherwise required. Ensuring the highest professional standards are always set and maintained. Assisting in the management of stock control, equipment maintenance and scheduled replacement or improvement of equipment. Other duties as required. Please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected] by 30 July 2025. Interviews will take place week commencing 4 August 2025. We also ask applicants to complete our equal opportunities monitoring form.Northern Ballet strives to understand, respect and champion diversity in all its forms. We believe in embracing diversity within our workforce, repertoire and practices and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please contact us to talk through any access requirements you may need at any stage of the recruitment process so that we can ensure reasonable adjustments are in place. Adjustments could include providing documentation in alternative formats (large print, braille, or audio), adapting the interview environment, or allowing additional time for responses.Job Description
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