At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our entertainment team by operating lighting, sound, and video equipment for shows.
- Company: Join Potters Resorts, an award-winning and expanding resort.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, gym access, competitive pay, and continuous training.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting events and develop your technical skills in a fun environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with lighting, sound, and video equipment; proactive and organised.
The predicted salary is between 27517 - 27517 £ per year.
We are currently looking for a General Theatre Technician to support our busy Entertainment Technical team, on a full-time basis. Shifts will be further discussed at interview stage, however, it will involve working days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
As part of the technical team, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering technical support within the entertainment venues.
- The ability to operate a show as directed by the show director/Technical Manager.
- Operating Avolites lighting consoles.
- Knowledge of digital audio (DiGiCo / Allen & Heath audio console experience advantageous).
- Knowledge of QLab/Timecode operation.
- Operation of Hippo Media Server.
- The ability to work under pressure and to make quick thought-through decisions.
- Being part of the Technical Team running Potters Theatre Company Evening Shows.
- Setting up equipment in different areas/locations on Resort for various events.
- Providing technical assistance on Resort during functions both day and night.
- Assisting in loading equipment to and from the theatre.
- Learning new skills in lighting, sound, vision and stage.
This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (including weekends and bank holidays).
Qualifications:
- Proven experience of working within a similar role, including experience of operating lighting, sound and video equipment.
- Organised, efficient and proactive.
- Good understanding of working safely within a Theatre/stage environment.
- Basic bench work skills including soldering (beneficial but not essential).
Why Choose Potters Resorts Five Lakes?
- Be part of an award-winning, newly expanded resort.
- Excellent career growth and personal development opportunities.
- Free Meals when working.
- Free access to our state-of-the-art gym and leisure facilities.
- Competitive pay rates based on age and experience.
- Continuous training through our Potters Academy.
- Regular team recognition, awards, and treat days.
- A genuinely enjoyable place to work.
Potters Resorts is an equal opportunities employer. We will consider all qualified candidates without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.
General Theatre Technician in Colchester employer: Potters Resorts
Potters Resorts is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in the UK’s only fully-inclusive resort located in the picturesque Hopton-on-Sea. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive work culture, team members enjoy steady shifts and the chance to lead a dedicated team while ensuring guests have an unforgettable experience. Join us to be part of a vibrant community that values attention to detail and provides training opportunities for personal and professional growth.
