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Technician / Senior Technician, Theatre by the Lake

  •  North West
  •  Â£25k-30k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes November 15, 2024
  •  Phil Geller
  •  jobs@theatrebythelake.com
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

Theatre by the Lake is looking to appoint an experienced Technician to work alongside our existing technicians as part of Theatre by the Lake’s technical team. You should be committed to high-quality work and have a keen interest in working in producing theatre.

Job Description

To work as part of the Technical Department and support the Technical Manager in the delivery of all aspects of Theatre by the Lake's performances, festivals, events, and to support the wider Production department as necessary.

Main Duties (Technical and Senior Technician)

  • Undertake the rigging, focusing, plotting and operation of all lighting, sound, video and associated systems

  • Assist with stage work, including get-ins, get-outs, rigging and operation of flying equipment

  • Provide technical support for incoming companies, festivals, education and outreach projects and other events.

  • Provide technical support for community groups and amateur theatre companies who work across our spaces.

  • Provide technical support for in-house and freelance creative staff.

  • Supervise freelance or casual technicians, apprentices or work experience students working within the department, as required.

  • Build and maintain positive relationships with all suppliers, production team members, creatives, audiences, and participants and always represent Theatre by the Lake in a professional manner.

  • Undertake the maintenance of production and technical equipment at Theatre by the Lake and its stores

  • Work under the theatre's Health & Safety policy and current legislation about the safe operation of theatre activities.

  • Keep up to date with current developments and trends within technical theatre.

  • Attend production and any other necessary meetings as required.

  • Act as a representative and advocate of Theatre by the Lake.

  • Engage with internal communications and stay abreast of organizational updates and developments.

  • Support and uphold Theatre by the Lake's commitment to inclusivity and sustainability.

  • Adhere to Theatre by the Lake's Safeguarding Policy including the reporting of any issues of concern following procedure.

Job Requirements

Essential (Technician and Senior Technician)

  • Experience of working in a professional producing or touring theatre at Assistant Technician level or above.

  • Proven abilities in:

  • Rigging, programming and operating lighting systems, including ETC EOS series consoles;

  • Rigging, programming and operating sound systems, including Qlab; knowledge of radio microphones and digital sound desks

  • Rigging, programming and operating video and projection equipment

  • Simultaneous operation of lighting and sound systems

  • Maintenance of theatrical lighting equipment and infrastructure

  • Experience of planning for and promoting electrical safety

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to problem solve using a calm and logical approach, even when under pressure.

  • Adaptable and flexible approach to work.

  • Excellent computer literacy.

  • High aptitude for learning and retaining detailed information.

Job Responsibilities

As a Senior Technician:

  • Actively contribute to the effective operation of the Technical Department's work

  • Lead on TBTL's technical work including get-ins, get-outs, turnarounds, rigging and operation of technical equipment

  • Support the Technical Manager in the effective planning and management of technical operations (including scheduling, maintenance, and budgeting)

  • Assist the Technical Manager in realising the technical requirements and designs for productions and events.

  • For home-produced and co-produced work where we are the lead producer, liaising with external contractors, hire companies and sales representatives as necessary.

  • Liaise and coordinate with visiting companies and creatives, ensuring they have been contacted in advance of their visit, and that the necessary paperwork is received on time.

  • Maintain the paperwork necessary for the smooth running of the performances both received and in-house work.

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How to Apply

For further details on how to apply, please head to our website.
https://www.theatrebythelake.com/job/technician-or-senior-technician-depending-on-experience/

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