Theatre & Performing Arts Sound Technician

University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible working options (job share,混合

On-site nursery

Access to leisure facilities on campus

Travel schemes

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

University of Surrey's Guildford School of Acting seeks an experienced Performing Arts Technician (Sound) to support theatre productions, public arts events, and academic activities. The post involves mentoring students and freelance staff, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe, high-quality sound for performances and events.

The role requires working knowledge of professional theatre sound and the ability to manage workload, deadlines, and budgets while promoting inclusive practices across

Qualifications

• Experience in a Sound department on varied live productions (theatre and events).
• Experience in Conservatoire or Higher Education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor and demonstrate to students and freelance staff.
• Manage and repair sound equipment; oversee the sound equipment budget.
• Promote Health & Safety and inclusive working practices.

Skills

Sound department experience

Higher education experience

Administrative skills

Inter-personal skills

Pastoral skills

Job description

University of Surrey's Guildford School of Acting seeks an experienced Performing Arts Technician (Sound) to support theatre productions, public arts events, and academic activities. The post involves mentoring students and freelance staff, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe, high-quality sound for performances and events.

The role requires working knowledge of professional theatre sound and the ability to manage workload, deadlines, and budgets while promoting inclusive practices across