Technical Theatre Manager

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent senior school in West London seeks a talented Theatre Manager to lead theatre operations and support performances. The ideal candidate will oversee lighting, sound, and stage management, ensuring the theatre meets professional standards. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for career development in a creative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Outstanding performing arts facilities

Qualifications

• Strong technical theatre background with skills in lighting design/programming, rigging, sound and set construction.
• Experience in theatre roles, ideally in a school or college environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety in theatre operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running and scheduling of the school theatre.
• Provide technical expertise across lighting, sound, rigging and stage management.
• Support school productions, concerts, and community events.

Skills

Technical theatre background

Lighting design/programming

Rigging

Sound management

Set construction

Tools

QLab

Theatre technology/software

Job description

Overview

A superb independent senior school in West London is seeking a talented Theatre Manager to lead the technical and operational running of its professional-standard theatre and performing arts spaces. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about technical theatre, production management and performing arts to help establish a world-class creative programme.

About the Role

Technical Theatre Manager opportunity in London

The successful candidate will manage all aspects of school theatre operations including lighting, sound, rigging, set building, scheduling and health & safety. You will also play a vital role in supporting performances, school productions, student clubs and community events. Ensuring the theatre runs to professional standards at all times.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running and scheduling of the school theatre and performing arts facilities.
• Provide technical expertise across lighting, sound (QLab, microphones), rigging and stage management.
• Support school productions, concerts, drama showcases and community events.
• Recruit, train and supervise a student technical crew for productions.
• Lead production planning, including scheduling, budgeting and health & safety compliance.
• Assist with front-of-house operations, technical supervision and event management.
• Ensure all theatre equipment and facilities are maintained to the highest standards.

Qualifications

• Strong technical theatre background with skills in lighting design/programming, rigging, sound and set construction.
• Experience as a Theatre Technician, Theatre Manager, or Technical Theatre Manager, ideally in a school, college or similar environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety in theatre operations, including risk assessments.
• High level of digital literacy and familiarity with theatre technology/software.

Why Apply

• Join an outstanding performing arts facilities.
• Shape a creative and ambitious theatre programme from the ground up.
• Work with talented students and staff in a professional-standard theatre environment.
• Competitive salary and excellent career development opportunities within a global group of schools.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Theatre Manager / Technical Theatre manager looking to take the next step in their career in education.