Follow Spot Operator - Paddington The Musical

Ambassador Theatre Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking a skilled Follow Spot Operator to support the West End production 'Paddington The Musical' at the Savoy Theatre in London.

You will work closely with the Chief LX and the Stage Manager, cueing cues, compiling a cue sheet, and ensuring health and safety compliance.

Essential experience includes: prior follow spot on a large West End show, stage running etiquette, and experience with remote follow spot systems (Macula). You must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience operating follow spots on large West End productions.
• Ability to write clear cue sheets for coverage during absences.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices in theatre.
• Familiarity with remote follow spot systems (Macula) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as Follow Spot Operator for the production, executing cues as directed by the Lighting Designer.
• Write a comprehensive cue sheet to ensure coverage if personnel are absent.
• Ensure all staff and areas you oversee comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Follow spot operation

Cueing execution

Health & safety awareness

West End experience

Remote follow spot systems

Tools

Macula

Job description

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.

Follow Spot Operator - Paddington The Musical London, UK