At a Glance
- Tasks: Support exciting theatre productions with lighting, sound, and AV expertise.
- Company: Join Clifton College, a vibrant and inclusive educational community in Bristol.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, dynamic work environment, and the chance to enhance your technical skills.
- Other info: Casual role with opportunities for growth in a supportive atmosphere.
- Why this job: Be part of thrilling performances and make every show a success!
- Qualifications: Technical experience in lighting, sound, and AV; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 37659 £ per year.
We are looking to appoint a multi skilled Theatre Technician to support both commercial and internal productions. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate technical experience across Lighting, Sound and AV. Customer service and communication skills are key for this role, as you will liaise closely with visiting companies to ensure they have a smooth visit with us.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Supporting get ins, fit ups and get outs
- Preparation and rigging in advance of incoming productions
- Acting as point of contact on arrival for visiting companies
- Supervising performances and troubleshooting any technical issues
- Maintaining technical equipment within the venue
- Upon request, programming and operating lighting, sound and audio-visual equipment
- Ensuring all incoming companies have received H&S briefings and are following safe working practices at all times
- Responsible for enacting emergency procedures
This is a casual position with no fixed hours. The nature of the role will require flexible evening and weekend work.
Clifton College is committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects our community. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage / civil partnerships. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.
Please note, we require candidates to be at least 18 years of age for all roles apart from our lifeguard positions where candidates are required to be 16+ with the relevant qualifications.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment. Safeguarding is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the College.
All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes the disclosure of criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to complete an enhanced criminal record disclosure (DBS check) and undergo our pre-employment screening.
Theatre Technician (Casual) in Bristol employer: CLIFTON COLLEGE
Clifton College is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and pupils. With a strong emphasis on wellbeing, the role of House Coordinator offers meaningful opportunities for professional growth while working in the vibrant city of Bristol. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, comprehensive training, and the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives during term time.
