PTASS Technician

LAMDA; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

LAMDA, a leading drama school, is seeking a skilled Technician to support its production departments across multiple theatres. The role requires substantial experience in technical theatre production, including expertise in lighting, sound, and stage management. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven individual to work in a creative and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in a technical department in a venue.
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of Theatre Production.

Responsibilities

• Support production departments in all technical aspects.
• Assist students in delivering practical show roles.

Skills

Lighting

Sound

Theatre Production

Stage Management (SM)

Basic construction

Job description

About us

A world-class drama school and educational charity, LAMDA – the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art – delivers exceptional vocational training in the performing arts. LAMDA’s core aim is to train and develop the best artists regardless of social or financial background. The Academy is at an exciting time in its evolution, paving the way for drama school training in the 21st century and developing multi-skilled creative artists and technicians. In order to ensure that its work is accessible to all, LAMDA is passionately committed to widening participation and operates a robust scholarship scheme, awarding significant support to one in five full-time students each year.

The role

We are seeking a skilled, results-driven and enthusiastic Technician to join our demanding PTASS department. You will be responsible for supporting the production departments in all technical aspects within our three theatres as well as supporting the students in their delivery of practical show roles.

The role holder will have substantial experience of working within a technical department in a venue and possess extensive knowledge of all aspects of Theatre Production including Lighting, Sound, SM and basic construction.

Hours of work: 37 hours per week.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date for applications:5.00pm on Wednesday, 18 June 2025.

Interviews will be held w/c 30 June 2025.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential values at LAMDA and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the benefits that a diverse workforce can bring to the Academy. We welcome applications from the Global majority, those with disabilities and from other under -represented groups. we are happy to provide recruitment information in accessible formats and a provision to accept applications in alternative formats.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

LAMDA is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and adults that use our services and expects all employees and contractors to share this commitment. All LAMDA posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including background checks and the disclosure of criminal records where applicable. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all of our activities and services.

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