Technical - Advert

We’re always on the lookout for exceptional Stage, Sound, Wardrobe and Lighting staff to join our Technical team in delivering our fantastic productions at The Old Vic.

Please note that this is a rolling job posting and we may not have live roles available when you submit your application.

A Full Job Description Can Be Found Below.

• The contract will likely be Fixed Term, for the duration of the production, but may be extended on an ongoing basis where work is available. As we are a producing theatre, we’re mainly looking for staff to support with the Get In/Outs but if you are interested in show roles, please do make note of this within your application.
• Hours worked will be variable depending on the production requirements.
• Pay rates will be in line with the SOLT/BECTU rates.
• You will be paid on a weekly basis.

• Free therapy from our therapy partner Self Space.
• Mental health support via our in house Mental Health Champions.
• Pension scheme with The People’s Pension.
• Staff discount in The Old Vic bars as well as discounts in local bars and restaurants.
• Commitment to learning, education and development.

See below a breakdown of the responsibilities of the roles for stage, lighting and sound:

• Support get-ins and fit-ups for all productions.
• Assist with rigging and de-rigging of sets, sound & lighting equipment (per department).
• Collaborate as part of a team to maintain a safe, professional environment for performers, audiences, and technicians.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues, particularly during live performances.
• Provide assistance to the full-time Technical team with theatre maintenance as required.

• Previous experience of working in technical theatre, particularly producing venues.
• Fundamental understanding of stage craft.
• Able to work under supervision during the construction and rehearsal phases, including supervised use of workshop tools and the counterweight fly system.
• Can undertake operations, including working at height, manual handling, and equipment use, under supervision.
• Basic to advanced carpentry skills.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to demonstrate proactivity and initiative.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands.

• Previous experience of working in a producing theatre.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to demonstrate proactivity and initiative.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands.
• Availability to work evenings, matinees and/or weekends.
• Basic understanding of theatre lighting and terminology.
• Able to read and interpret simple LX plan.
• Basic electrical knowledge skills.
• Experience in rigging, focusing, and cabling under guidance.
• Experience in working with and adapting stage practicals.

• Previous experience of working in a producing theatre.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to demonstrate proactivity and initiative.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands.
• Availability to work evenings, matinees and/or weekends.
• Basic understanding of theatre sound and terminology.
• Basic electrical knowledge skills.
• Experience in rigging and cabling under guidance.

• Previous experience of working in a producing theatre.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to demonstrate proactivity and initiative.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demands.
• Availability to work evenings, matinees and/or weekends.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Basic understanding of theatre wardrobe and terminology.
• Basic sewing skills.
• Experience in dressing within Theatre.

We’re also keen to hear from those interested in show-based roles.

• Experience of performing stage show plots.
• Experience of performing fly cues using a counterweight fly system.
• (Desirable) Experience of building show plots during the tech and rehearsal phase of producing show.
• Experience of follow spot operation.
  
  Experience of lighting desk operation (EOS family).
• Experience of sound desk operation.
• Experience of mic running.
• Experience of dressing.

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