At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the lighting team for an exciting circus production and ensure stunning performances.
- Company: Join Great Show Productions, a dynamic theatre production company.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities to work on large-scale productions.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with a focus on safety and creativity.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of theatrical lighting and make magic happen on stage.
- Qualifications: Experience in lighting management and team leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 30375 - 37125 £ per year.
Great Show Productions are looking for a Head of Lighting to work on the upcoming production, COME ALIVE! THE GREATEST SHOWMAN CIRCUS SPECTACULAR.
Key responsibilities:
- Attending all rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs as required.
- Develop a thorough knowledge of all lighting equipment specific to the production.
- Maintaining the Production as instructed and dictated by the creative team in line with the artistic requirements and direction of the Production.
- Managing the lighting department (including follow spot operators and deps), including recruitment, line management, scheduling, recording of hours and training.
- Create and maintain all inspection, maintenance and all other required documentation for the safe and continued show operation.
- Operate show cues and related equipment for performances and maintenance.
- Having a practical understanding of the Producer's employment policies and demonstrating a willingness to comply with, and implement, these policies.
- Working in accordance with the Producer's Health and Safety policy, which may include working at height and using appropriate safety equipment and clothing.
- Complying at all times with the rules and regulations in force at the venues under the control of the Production.
- Maintain a safe working environment always by conforming to established safety policies and procedures.
- Managing departmental staff holidays and ensuring an adequate level of show cover at all times.
- Managing petty cash for your department and the timely placing of any orders for goods and equipment as approved by the Producer.
- Maintaining good relationships with hirers and suppliers.
- Liaising with any third party as the Producer may reasonably require for the purposes of publicising or promoting the Production.
- Perform all duties as deemed necessary for the success of the production.
- Work collaboratively with all other departments within the company to meet all technical and artistic requirements for the show.
Qualifications / Essential Skills:
- Previous experience as Head of Lighting in similar large-scale productions.
- Previous experience leading and managing a team, including follow spot operators.
- A good knowledge of ETC IPAF Licence for driving Scissor lifts and Cherry Pickers.
- Ability to climb and to work at heights.
- Leadership and ability to work under pressure.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
The Head of Lighting will oversee the installation and maintenance of all lighting equipment to ensure that all systems operate smoothly during shows and rehearsals.
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