Lighting Technician (Grade 4)

We are looking for a Lighting Technician – Grade 4 to join the National Theatre’s Lighting team. The Lighting Technician (Grade 4) is to assist with the effective realisation of the lighting design for National Theatre productions and events. This work may be carried out on any of the National’s stages, relevant working areas, and at designated outside venues on tour. Lighting Technicians are required to rig, focus, and maintain lighting rigs and operate lighting control systems on National Theatre productions, working closely with the theatre’s supervisors and lighting designers to achieve this. Our lighting technicians are required to be flexible in their approach and understanding of the demands of the modern theatrical environment. They will be regularly required to operate on our shows in all roles, including desk operation, follow spot and floor LX.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the realisation of the lighting design for productions and events.
• Rig, focus, and maintain lighting rigs.
• Operate lighting control systems.
• Work closely with supervisors and lighting designers.
• Perform desk operation, follow spot, and floor LX duties.
• Be flexible and adaptable within a modern theatrical environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in professional theatre, ideally in a producing house or equivalent.
• The ability to diagnose and rectify faults on lighting equipment and control systems in a systematic and methodical manner.
• Industry recognised certificates in rigging, working at height, Health & Safety and electrical awareness or the willingness to undertake training to achieve them.
• A good working knowledge of fundamental electrical practice and theory.
• A qualification in BS7909 or the willingness to undergo the training required to achieve this.
• Excellent communication skills and ideally experience of working with Lighting Designers on large scale productions.
• A sympathetic approach to creative concepts and the ability to realise the requirements of Lighting Designers, Designers and Directors.

If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 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.

Please note

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 18th May 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 0207 4523 834.