Performing Arts Technician: Stage & Production Support

BIMM University; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

SMART pension

Benefits package

Job summary

BIMM University in Birmingham is looking for a Performing Arts Technician to support the day-to-day operation of our specialist facilities. You'll ensure equipment and spaces are maintained and ready to support teaching, learning and student activity.

You will provide practical technical guidance to students and staff, helping to run workshops, support productions and manage asset records with a flexible, solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working within performing arts, theatre, live events or a specialist performing arts education environment.
• Practical knowledge of technical theatre, performance production and specialist equipment and facilities.
• Experience working with lighting, sound, staging and other production equipment.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and respond to changing demands.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach and sound judgement for day-to-day issues.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with students, colleagues and contractors.
• Good digital skills including asset management or record-keeping systems.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a wider team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, configure and maintain specialist performing arts equipment and facilities to support teaching, learning and extracurricular activity.
• Deliver technical demonstrations, workshops and one-to-one support to help students develop production skills.
• Provide advice on effective use of equipment, rehearsal spaces, venues and production resources.
• Support performances, productions and events on and off campus, ensuring safety and technical requirements are met.
• Manage equipment loans and maintain asset, maintenance and usage records.
• Carry out routine inspections and minor repairs, escalating complex issues.
• Coordinate servicing with external contractors and suppliers.
• Support inductions and compliance checks for safe technical environments.
• Help maintain campus buildings and learning spaces, ensuring they are safe and welcoming.
• Maintain records using technical and asset management systems.
• Identify recurring issues and propose practical improvements.
• Share technical knowledge to promote consistent standards.

Skills

Performing arts tech

Lighting & sound

Equipment maintenance

Digital asset systems

Tools

Asset management systems

Record-keeping systems

Job description

BIMM University in Birmingham is looking for a Performing Arts Technician to support the day-to-day operation of our specialist facilities. You'll ensure equipment and spaces are maintained and ready to support teaching, learning and student activity.

You will provide practical technical guidance to students and staff, helping to run workshops, support productions and manage asset records with a flexible, solutions-focused approach.