LX/AV Technician

Butlin's; Winthorpe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment provider in the UK is seeking a Lighting and AV Technician to enhance performances across various productions. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting lighting and AV systems, working closely with artists to ensure smooth show delivery. If you have a passion for creative lighting design and a desire to work in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with MA systems is desirable, but full training will be provided.
• Experience in operating and troubleshooting lighting and AV systems.
• Ability to work creatively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot lighting and AV systems for live performances.
• Liaise with artists and technical teams for smooth show delivery.
• Perform maintenance and safety checks on lighting and AV equipment.
• Support the security of technical equipment and performers backstage.
• Assist in setup and positioning of stage scenery and props.

Skills

Creative flair

Passion for performances

Technical knowledge of lighting

Tools

MA lighting consoles

Job description

Description

As a Lighting and AV Technician, you’ll play a key role within our Technical Support team, providing essential support to the Entertainments Team in delivering both in-house and external productions. Your expertise in lighting will help bring our shows to life—adding atmosphere, emotion, and a touch of magic to every performance.

With a wide variety of entertainment on offer at Butlins, you’ll work across a diverse range of productions. While some shows are fully pre-programmed, we also rely on our technicans to contribute creatively to the design and execution of lighting for many live performances. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine technical skill with artistic flair in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

All of our venues are equipped with MA lighting consoles. While prior experience with MA systems is desirable, full training will be provided during your first 90 days. We're looking for creative, passionate individuals who can bring flair and originality to the role—people who are excited to contribute to the visual impact of our shows.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot lighting and AV systems for a variety of live performances.
• Liaise effectively with visiting artists and technical teams to ensure smooth show delivery
• Perform regular maintenance and safety checks on lighting and AV equipment
• Support the security and safeguarding of technical equipment and performers backstage
• Safely lift, carry, and position equipment and set pieces, including the loading and unloading of vehicles
• Ensure all shows are delivered to a consistently high standard of technical excellence
• Adhere strictly to all Health and Safety procedures and company policies
• Carry out basic stagecraft tasks as required
• Assist in the setup and positioning of stage scenery and props
• Contribute creatively to the performance by enhancing productions through lighting design and effects

About Butlin's

At Butlin’s, we’re all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we’ve been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders.

Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they’ll say about working at Butlin’s is our culture! We’re all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values.

So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren’t afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other – this could be the perfect fit for you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin’s!