Senior Sound & Video Technician 3A

We are looking for a Senior Sound and Video Technician to join the National Theatre's Sound and Video team. The Senior Sound & Video Technician (BECTU Grade 3A) is a hands-on operational role within the NT Sound & Video department, working directly on productions and performances. The role plays a key part in the production process, undertaking responsibilities such as sound programming and operation, radio microphone supervision and running, and technical support, delivering specialist technical services to a consistently high standard. Working both independently and as part of the department team, the role also includes supervising and mentoring technicians, initiating and delivering projects within departmental operations, and supporting the development of others through informal training and the sharing of skills.

Responsibilities

• The role includes hands-on operational duties in live productions, programming and operating sound systems, supervising radio microphones, and providing high-standard technical support.
• It involves working both independently and as part of the Sound & Video team, supervising and mentoring technicians, and contributing to departmental projects and skills development.

Qualifications

• Experience as a sound technician within a theatre or other live performance environment.
• Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to listen, delegate and provide guidance to others.
• Proven experience as a production sound engineer, sound operator, or in a comparable specialist role.
• Practical knowledge of relevant Health & Safety standards, including (but not limited to) BS7909, BS7671, Noise at Work, LOLER, PUWER and risk assessment procedures.
• Working knowledge of IP network systems and their practical deployment within the entertainment industry.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Complimentary staff tickets for shows and guided tours, subject to availability and policy.
• 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Development Programmes via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role.
• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Family Friendly policies including Family leave and Support leave.
• Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA).
• Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST.
• Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy.
• On-site staff canteen and social facilities.
• On-site occupational health support.
• In-house mental health and wellbeing advisors providing workplace counselling and support.
• Wellbeing programme of events, including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active.
• Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from leading practitioners.
• Discounted access to National Theatre at Home.
• Volunteer leave – one paid day per year to volunteer for your chosen charity.
• Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafés, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms), on and around the South Bank.
• Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card.

Application and Equality Information

Please note the closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 6th April 2026 at 12 noon. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Should you need support or additional time to submit an application please contact recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk.

In line with our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), we recognise that we need to address underrepresentation in our organisation. We actively welcome applications from individuals who are part of global majority, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We strive to promote inclusive and equitable practices in all areas of the NT.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet our minimum requirements for our vacancies. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk or call us on 02074523834.