Lead Sound Technician — Live Theatre (0.8FTE)

Adelaide Festival Centre; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 71,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff tickets lottery access

10% discount at AFC outlets

Flexible working arrangements

Free annual flu vaccination

Employee Assistance Program

Breastfeeding-friendly workplace

Child Safe Environment

Job summary

Adelaide Festival Centre invites two Lead Technicians to join the Sound Department on short-term contracts. The roles support the HoD, lead Sound crew, and ensure adherence to WHS, policies and procedures across AFC venues.

Applicants should have extensive lighting and sound tech experience in theatre productions, with a proactive, solution-focused approach and a passion for the performing arts.

Qualifications

• Minimum technical qualifications from a tertiary institution or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Strong understanding of work health and safety practices.
• Current Elevated Work Platform certificate and Class C Driving Licence are preferred.
• Experience as a Senior Sound Technician in theatre or live events is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the pre-production preparation of venue, bump-in and out, rehearsal and performance.
• Independently set up and operate a wide range of sound equipment in accordance with AFC guidelines.
• Interpret show documents and produce/modify patch sheets, cue sheets and other technical docs.
• Coordinate rehearsal and performance of technical changes and cues.
• Ensure all sound equipment is maintained, repaired or replaced as needed.
• Lead and mentor Sound crew, ensuring WHS and rostering compliance.

Skills

Lighting technician

Sound equipment operation

Team leadership

WH&S knowledge

Technical problem solving

Communication

Education

Tertiary theatre tech qualification

Elevated Work Platform certificate

Class C Driver's Licence

Job description

Adelaide Festival Centre invites two Lead Technicians to join the Sound Department on short-term contracts. The roles support the HoD, lead Sound crew, and ensure adherence to WHS, policies and procedures across AFC venues.

Applicants should have extensive lighting and sound tech experience in theatre productions, with a proactive, solution-focused approach and a passion for the performing arts.