Audio Visual Technician (Apprentice) in Ringmer

Audio Visual Technician Apprentice – Fixed‑term, 26‑month contract starting September 2026. You will learn and apply the skills of an audio‑visual technician as part of the Sound & Video team while studying the Level 5 Audio Visual Technician Apprenticeship Standard in collaboration with Chichester College. You will develop the skills required to provide high‑quality technical services to productions at Glyndebourne and perform duties within a busy repertory environment. An apprenticeship is an entry‑level paid employment position where you learn the required skills on the job from our professional team. You will be given 1 day per week to study and/or attend college, either remotely or in person.

Responsibilities

• Develop the necessary practical skills to rig, focus, operate, maintain and troubleshoot sound, lighting, video and communication equipment.
• Undertake duties on live performances, rehearsals and changeovers such as operating sound and video equipment, performing pre‑show checks and assisting with scene changes as required.
• Prepare and develop accurate show documentation such as risk assessments, show notes and cue sheets.
• Provide support to other departments and teams with their requirements of sound, video and communication systems.
• Set up and operate events with a multi‑skilled approach.
• Work co‑operatively with colleagues or autonomously following a brief.
• Assist with the archival recording and delivery process of productions.
• Use a variety of equipment, tools and access equipment safely and competently.
• Work at height and in hazardous locations safely, using appropriate PPE as required.
• Assist in maintaining backstage areas to the highest standard.
• Adhere to Health & Safety legislation and understand its application in the live events industry.
• Learn about the wider theatre and live events industry, including relevant legislation, unions and industry bodies.
• Work within other departments, either at Glyndebourne or with selected partners, to develop multidisciplinary skills.
• Keep up to date with technical and production developments in the live arts industry through independent reading and research.
• Attend Chichester College seminars and commit to course study to complete level 5 apprenticeship.
• Undertake an end‑point assessment as part of the level 5 apprenticeship.
• Work closely with your nominated workplace mentor at Glyndebourne who will support the apprentice with completion of their coursework and portfolio.
• Undertake any additional training required by Chichester College in the form of functional skills.
• This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive; the apprentice will be required to perform other reasonable job‑related or ad‑hoc duties outside of this as operationally required and at the discretion of the Head of Department.

Essential Requirements

• Awareness of the entertainment industry.
• Previous experience working in a technical department in the entertainment, events, broadcasting or recording industries, or significant experience in amateur or community theatre.
• Familiarity with a range of sound, video and/or communication systems.
• Positive, self‑motivated attitude to learning and to attending college to achieve the apprenticeship standard.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, committed and flexible attitude to work, including the ability to work antisocial hours.
• Excellent punctuality and good time management.
• Experience using Windows and Apple computer systems.
• Experience of working independently and carrying out independent research.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with digital mixing consoles and audio/video playback systems.
• Experience with video conferencing, media servers and projection systems.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings to assist with planning and documentation.
• Awareness of communications systems within a live events environment.
• Knowledge of safe working practices when rigging, onstage and working at height.
• Experience with audio or video editing software.
• Understanding of sound and video monitoring systems within a theatrical environment.
• Basic understanding of electricity and electrical safety.
• Awareness of networked audio, video and control systems and health and safety within a live events environment.
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.

Hours of Work

The contractual hours are 40 hours per week, worked over 6 days. The job may require unsociable working hours on weekends and evenings. You will be given 1 day per week to study and/or attend college, either remotely or in person.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £29,000 per annum. Salaries are reviewed annually on 1 January. 33 days (6.6 weeks) holiday inclusive of bank holidays per annum pro rata.

Other Benefits

• Free Pilates and Zumba classes, once a week.
• Corporate gym membership.
• An on‑site physiotherapist.
• Cost‑price electric car charging.
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.
• Subsidised dining at the on‑site restaurant.
• Free tea and coffee.
• Discount at the Glyndebourne shop.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Free minibus service to and from Lewes train station and Ringmer.
• Discount at various highstreet retailers through the Glyndebourne Benefits Hub.

How to Apply

Glyndebourne is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Registered Charity. We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for vacancies, including ethnically diverse and disabled candidates, who are currently under‑represented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If relevant to you, please inform us of this in your covering letter. If you have any questions in relation to this, please contact the HR team at recruitment@glyndebourne.com. Candidates must be able to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK. The closing date for applications is Sunday 28th June 2026. We can offer a beautiful working environment and the chance to see world‑class opera. For those without their own transport we have a free minibus service to and from Lewes railway station.