At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate and maintain stage systems for innovative projects in film, TV, and live performance.
- Company: Join CoSTAR at Pinewood Studios, a cutting-edge R&D environment for screen production.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative work environment, and opportunities to collaborate with industry experts.
- Other info: Exciting career growth opportunities in a globally recognised centre for screen production.
- Why this job: Be part of groundbreaking research and development in a dynamic and flexible setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in stage lighting and sound, plus strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
CoSTAR (Convergent Screen Technologies and Performance in Realtime) is a £75.6 million investment from the UKRI Infrastructure Fund, delivered by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC). The CoSTAR Stage at Pinewood Studios will be a state‑of‑the‑art Converged Media Production Stage, purpose‑built as a flexible and reconfigurable R&D environment at the heart of the UK's globally recognised centre for screen production. The stage will provide an industry‑leading environment for experimentation, prototyping and demonstration across film, television, live performance, immersive media and gaming.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Technician (Stage, Lighting & Sound) to join the team, operating and maintaining the stage and its systems day to day, as well as supporting users from the creative industries and academia to carry out ground‑breaking research and development projects. The ideal candidate will have the skills and experience to work with our core systems and the flexibility to thrive in a constantly changing R&D environment. You will have strong interpersonal skills to work closely with people from a wide range of industries, supporting users new to the environment one day and learning from world‑leading experts the next.
To apply, please email your CV, a covering letter and a completed Equality Monitoring form to Recruitment@nfts.co.uk. The closing date for applications is Monday 22nd June 2026.
Senior Technician (Stage Lighting & Sound) employer: National Film & Television School
At CoSTAR, located at the prestigious Pinewood Studios, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our investment in cutting-edge technology and opportunities for professional development within the dynamic fields of film, television, and immersive media. Join us to be part of a pioneering team where your contributions will directly impact groundbreaking research and development projects in a vibrant and supportive environment.
Contact Details:
National Film & Television School Recruitment Team
