Theatre Technician - Level 2

The Methodist Church in Britain; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Theatre in Essex, run by Chelmsford City Council, is recruiting a Level 2 theatre technician to join its collaborative technical team. The role supports a mix of national touring shows, local productions and the pantomime, with experience across lighting, sound, video, flying and stage management.

You will work across lighting, sound, video, flying and stage management, while maintaining safe working practices and prioritising workload in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in multiple technical disciplines such as lighting, sound, video, flying and stage management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Commitment to high technical standards.
• Ability to problem-solve and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical work across national touring shows, local productions and the pantomime.
• Work across lighting, sound, video, flying and stage management.
• Maintain and promote safe working practices.
• Prioritise workload and solve problems in a fast-paced setting.
• Work evenings, weekends and bank holidays within annualised hours.

Job description

Chelmsford Theatre, run by Chelmsford City Council, is recruiting a Level 2 theatre technician to join its collaborative technical team. The work supports a mix of national touring shows, local productions and a popular pantomime, with experience expected across lighting, sound, video, flying and stage management. The hours are an annualised 37 a week, covering evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Appointment is subject to pre-employment checks, including DBS and safeguarding training.

What the job involves

• Deliver technical work across national touring shows, local productions and the pantomime
• Work across lighting, sound, video, flying and stage management
• Maintain and promote safe working practices
• Prioritise workload and solve problems in a fast-paced setting
• Work evenings, weekends and bank holidays within annualised hours

Experience

• Experience in multiple technical disciplines such as lighting, sound, video, flying and stage management

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Commitment to high technical standards
• Ability to problem-solve and prioritise effectively

Checks & eligibility

• DBS check
• Safeguarding training
• References

Other

• Adaptable and dependable
• Positive attitude
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment