Technical Manager / Creative Technologist

Creative Scotland; Northern Ireland; Remote; Part time

Job summary

Creative Scotland is hiring a Technical Manager / Creative Technologist for an innovative immersive theatre project. This role involves developing complex technical elements alongside a visionary artist. Ideal candidates will have extensive skills in various creative technologies and a collaborative mindset.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Collaboration with artists

Opportunities for further collaboration

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in at least four of the essential software.
• Experience in immersive or interactive theatre projects is desirable.
• Collaborative approach and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver digital and technical elements of the theatrical production.
• Collaborate closely with an artist to bring experimental ideas to life.
• Flexible working on-site for performance days is required.

Skills

Touch Designer

Blender

Unity

Unreal Engine

Ableton

AR

web-based servers

motion capture systems

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Technical Manager / Creative Technologist

Deadline: 25 July 2025 at 23:55

Hiring for an experienced Technical Manager/Creative Technologist to aid development for an experimental, Immersive Live theatre show.

MòrFX is working on an immersive theatre production and seeks a talented, creative, and forward-thinking Technical Manager/Creative Technologist to join the team from July to November, with potential for further collaboration.

The role will involve collaborating closely with one artist to develop and deliver complex digital and technical elements of the production. You’ll play a key part in bringing bold, experimental ideas to life in an immersive theatre environment.

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

Strong proficiency in at least four of the following: Touch Designer, Blender, Unity or Unreal Engine, Ableton, AR, web-based servers, and motion capture systems

A highly creative mindset with innovative problem-solving skills

Collaborative approach and strong communication skills

Flexibility to work both remotely and in-person, including on-site for performance days

Desirable:

Knowledge of all listed software, plus the Adobe Creative Suite

Experience in immersive or interactive theatre projects, Live Art or Visual art and Technology projects.

Own equipment/kit (bonus, not essential)

If you’re passionate about creative technology, love experimenting with immersive tech, and thrive in a collaborative artistic process, we’d love to hear from you.

Fee: Paid at Scottish Artists Union rates. Approx. £181.50 – £224.50/week (£786 – £973/month) depending on experience, based on 5 hours/week. Flexible working hours and contract.

How to Apply:
Send your CV, or a short written or video application explaining your experience and interest, to [e-mail] by 25 July.

Location: All Scotland ,England, Wales, Northern Ireland, International

The deadline is Friday 25 July 2025 at 23:55.

TAGGED:
Design / Digital Technology and Games / Music / Theatre / Visual Arts / Participatory Practice