Technician | Swindon Theatres | Casual

Wycombe Swan Theatre; Swindon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.07% holiday pay

Job summary

Wyvern Theatre in Swindon is seeking a Technician to join the technical team, assisting with preparation, setup and operations for a wide range of productions. You will also assist with routine venue maintenance and safety compliance.

Key duties include get-ins/get-outs, moving scenery and equipment, and working with lighting, sound, wardrobe, AV, rigging and special effects to support visiting producers and artists while prioritising health and safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of technical theatre/theatre craft from an accredited institute.
• Understanding of DMX, ETC EOS, QLAB and digital sound decks.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support with the get ins, preparation, running, pack down and get outs of shows and events.
• Move scenery and equipment during productions and work with lighting, sound, wardrobe, AV, rigging and special effects.
• Maintain Health and Safety procedures and Fire Safety measures.
• Collaborate with visiting producers and artists to promote good customer relations.
• Attend all required training.

Skills

Passion for theatre

Team spirit

Communication skills

Health & safety awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Knowledge of technical theatre (accredited institute)

Tools

DMX

ETC EOS

QLAB

Digital sound decks

Job description

For more than five decades, the Wyvern Theatre in Swindon has established itself as one of the leading live entertainment venues in Wiltshire, welcoming thousands of customers through its doors every year.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a member of the technical team, the post holder will assist with the preparation of, setting up and a variety of operational duties in respect of the diverse range of productions and events staged by professional and amateur companies, as well as the routine maintenance of the facility, as directed by technical team and management.

As the postholder is responsible for:

• Assist and support with the “get ins”, preparation, running, pack down and “get outs” of shows and events.


• Moving scenery and equipment during productions as well as working with lighting, sound, wardrobe, AV, rigging and special effects


• Maintain Health and Safety and Fire Safety procedures.


• Collaborate with all visiting producers and artists to promote good customer relations.


• Attend all required training.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for individuals that can collaborate as part of team to achieve excellent customer service.

Key attributes:

• Passion for theatre / live entertainment.


• Knowledge of technical theatre/theatre craft from accredited institute along with understanding of protocols such as DMX, ETC EOS software QLAB and digital sound decks (not essential.)


• Willingness to learn new skills.


• Great team spirit.


• Strong Communication and listening skills.


• Understanding of health and safety.


• Able to work safely at heights using ladders, telescopes and from lighting bridges.


• Ability to work effectively at busy times.

about trafalgar entertainment

Founded by Sir Howard Panter and Dame Rosemary Squirein 2017, Trafalgar Entertainment is an award‑winning global live-entertainment business, producing plays and musicians, theatre and venue ownership and operations, live music and comedy, events and hospitality, Performing Arts education, ticketing, the distribution and filming of event cinema and TV live-streaming innovative content through Trafalgar Releasing Ltd (from David Tennant in Macbeth to Taylor Swift).

Trafalgar Entertainment is home to Trafalgar Theatres (with 23 venues in the UK, Sydney, London, and across the UK), including four London Theatres - Trafalgar Theatre, The Bridge Theatre, and the new British Airways Theatre, Olympia.

We are passionate about entertainment, audiences, and the live experience and we value Creativity, Collaboration, Excellence and Respect.

Trafalgar Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in groups where we are under‑represented, for example people with disabilities, from minority ethnic groups, older returners and people who are neurodivergent.

We are curious, courageous and ambitious, empowering people to challenge and innovate in pursuit of excellence.

KEY INFORMATION

Position Title

Technician

Location

Swindon Theatres

Contract

Casual

Hours

Flexible

Annual Leave

12.07% holiday pay

Salary

£12.71 per hour

Job Description

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Details

£12.71 per hour

Location: Swindon, SN1 1QN, GB