Follow Spot Operator - Paddington The Musical

ATG Entertainment; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking a Follow Spot Operator to join the West End production of Paddington at the Savoy Theatre. You will work with the Chief LX and Stage Manager, delivering precise lighting cues across performances.

Applicants should have previous follow spot experience on a major production, plus a solid understanding of theatre lighting and safety practices. UK right to work is required.

Qualifications

• Follow spot experience essential.
• Good stage etiquette and show etiquette required.
• Solid understanding of theatre lighting and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as Follow Spot Operator and cue as directed by Lighting Designer.
• Write a comprehensive cue sheet for absences.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations by all staff in your area.
• Collaborate with Chief LX and Stage Manager to run the show smoothly.

Skills

Follow spot

Stage etiquette

Lighting knowledge

Macula system

Tools

Macula

Job description

Follow Spot Operator - Paddington The Musical

Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking applications for a Follow Spot Operator to work on the West End musical "PADDINGTON" at the Savoy Theatre.

The Follow Spot Operator will work closely with the Chief LX and the Stage Manager on executing the stage needs of the production.

Key responsibilities include:

To act as Follow Spot Operator for the production, performing cues consistently across the run as directed by the Lighting Designer.

Writing up a comprehensive cue sheet to ensure the show can be covered in the event of absence

Ensuring all staff and areas for which you are responsible adhere to health and safety regulations.

Essential experience includes:

Previous follow spot experience on a large-scale West End production.

Experience and an understanding of stage & show running etiquette.

Experience of operating a remote follow spot system (Macula)

An understanding and practical knowledge of the principles and safe working practices of theatre lighting and electrical systems

We are committed to a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Please note all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.