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eTeach UK Limited; Truro; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

eTeach UK Limited seeks a Theatre Technician to support a busy programme of teaching, rehearsals, productions and events across our theatre facilities. You will provide technical support across lighting, sound, staging and AV systems while helping students develop their live performance production skills.

The role involves rigging, programming and operating lighting, setting up sound and projection, maintaining equipment and assisting with health and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in theatrical lighting or live sound is essential.
• Good organisational and communication skills with IT know-how.
• Understanding of production processes and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Rigging, programming and operating theatrical lighting systems.
• Setting up and operating sound, radio microphones, projection and AV equipment.
• Supporting staging, scenery, drapes and technical installations.
• Maintaining equipment and carrying out first-line fault finding.
• Managing technical stores, inventories and documentation.
• Supporting staff and students in the safe use of equipment.
• Assisting with health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Working occasional evenings and weekends during production periods.

Skills

Theatre lighting experience

Live sound

IT skills

Tools

Avolites

ChamSys

QLab

Digital audio consoles

Projection systems

Job description

Are you passionate about theatre, live performance and technical production? We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Theatre Technician to join our Performing Arts team, supporting a busy programme of teaching, rehearsals, productions and events across our theatre facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment, providing technical support across lighting, sound, staging and AV systems while helping students develop their skills in live performance production.

About the Role

• Rigging, programming and operating theatrical lighting systems
• Setting up and operating sound, radio microphones, projection and AV equipment
• Supporting staging, scenery, drapes and technical installations
• Maintaining equipment and carrying out first-line fault finding
• Managing technical stores, inventories and documentation
• Supporting staff and students in the safe use of equipment
• Assisting with health and safety procedures and risk assessments
• Working occasional evenings and weekends during production periods

About You

• Experience of theatrical lighting and/or live sound
• Good organisational, communication and IT skills
• An understanding of production processes and safe working practices
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A flexible approach and willingness to support a varied programme of activities
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel between sites when requiredExperience with lighting control systems such as Avolites or ChamSys, digital audio consoles, QLab, projection systems or technical theatre qualifications would be advantageous.

Why Join Us?

You’ll become part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering high-quality learning experiences and outstanding productions. This role offers the opportunity to work with talented students and staff in a creative, fast-paced environment while developing your own technical skills and expertise.