At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver technical support for live performances and events using top-notch theatre technology.
- Company: Join a progressive local authority in the vibrant Arts & Culture sector.
- Benefits: Earn £16.90 per hour with opportunities for hands-on experience and growth.
- Other info: Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting theatre productions and make a real impact in the community.
- Qualifications: Degree in Technical Theatre or significant industry experience required.
The predicted salary is between 16.9 - 16.9 £ per hour.
VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of a Theatre Technician to join their team based in Antrim.
What's in it for you?
- £16.90 per hour
- Opportunity to work across a variety of live performances and events
- Hands-on role using industry-leading theatre technology
- Supportive Arts & Culture team environment
About your next employer
You'll be joining a progressive local authority within its Arts & Culture service, helping to deliver a diverse programme of theatre productions, concerts, conferences and community events.
About you
- Degree in Technical Theatre (or equivalent) or significant industry experience
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a theatre or live production environment
- Strong knowledge of theatre Health & Safety legislation
- Experience in at least one specialist area such as lighting, sound, stage management or audiovisual production
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to supervise casual staff and work collaboratively with visiting companies
- Flexible approach with availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
- Full driving licence (or access to suitable transport)
What you'll do
- Deliver the technical requirements for theatre productions, conferences and live events
- Operate and supervise lighting, sound, staging and audiovisual equipment
- Act as the technical point of contact for visiting production companies and performers
- Lead show get-ins, rehearsals, performances and load-outs
- Coordinate casual technicians and freelance crew
- Carry out technical inductions and health & safety briefings
- Undertake equipment maintenance, inspections and inventory management
- Support risk assessments, safe systems of work and statutory compliance
- Assist with procurement, budgeting and technical planning
- Work across multiple venues to ensure high-quality technical delivery and customer service
For further information on this opportunity, or any other position in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Conor Birch in the strictest confidence.
Theatre Technician - Antrim TLNT1_NI employer: IrishJobs
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