At a Glance
- Tasks: Get hands-on with live event production, lighting, sound, and stage technology.
- Company: Join the Roses Theatre, a creative hub since 1975.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, gain industry experience, and achieve a recognised qualification.
- Other info: Flexible hours, evening and weekend work, with potential for full-time employment.
- Why this job: Dive into the exciting world of theatre and live events with no two days the same.
- Qualifications: Passion for theatre and live events, plus GCSEs in Maths and English.
The predicted salary is between 16640 - 16640 £ per year.
The Roses has been home to a world of possibilities since it first bloomed in 1975. We are looking for a Creative Industries Production Technician Apprentice to join our team and develop hands‑on skills in live event production, theatre, lighting, sound, and stage technology, and gain real industry experience while working towards a qualification. No two days are the same in this role. One day you could be helping set up lighting for a theatre production, the next supporting a live music event, conference, workshop, comedy show, or community performance. You will work alongside experienced technicians and visiting professionals, learning the skills needed to build a successful career in the creative industries. This role is ideal for someone enthusiastic, practical, creative, and eager to learn in a professional live venue environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Help set up and operate lighting, sound, staging, projection, and AV equipment for a wide variety of events.
- Support live performances, rehearsals, workshops, conferences, and community activities.
- Learn how professional productions are delivered from behind the scenes.
- Assist with preparing performance spaces and technical equipment.
- Work alongside experienced technicians, performers, and visiting companies.
- Gain experience using industry-standard equipment and technology.
- Help maintain a safe, organised, and professional working environment.
- Learn essential technical and backstage skills including rigging, stage setup, sound operation, lighting programming, and event changeovers.
Person Specification
What We’re Looking For
- A genuine interest in theatre, live events, music, or technical production.
- Enthusiasm, motivation and willingness to learn.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Reliability, organisation, and a positive attitude.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when events are taking place.
Entry requirements
Maths and English at either GCSE grade C/4 or a functional skills level 2 is required.
Skills required
- Initiative
Training to be provided
Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You’ll finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion. You will be expected to deliver projects throughout the apprenticeship. Each project would involve research, knowledge and may be submitted in writing, a presentation or professional discussion.
Seminars and Qualifications:
All CVT apprentices are enrolled onto a vendor qualification called the ABTT Bronze award. This will come with training sessions – covering the following:
- Training Session 1 – Manual Handling & Health and Safety at Work Act Develop an understanding of manual handling, injuries and the UK theatre code of conduct.
- Training Session 2 – Electrical Fundamentals To develop an understanding of basic electricity.
- Training Session 3 – Knots & Splicing Develop a basic understanding into knots commonly used in theatre.
- Training Session 4 – Fundamentals of Flying An introduction to manual flying systems within the theatre.
- Training Session 5 – Safe Use of Temporary Access Equipment Understanding safe handling of Access Equipment and covering relevant terminology.
- Training Session 6 – Revision session on ABTT Exam ABTT mock questions and covering what has previously been learnt in preparation for the exam.
Things to consider
- Evening and weekend work regularly required
- Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Location
ROSES THEATRE TRUST The Roses Theatre Tewkesbury Library Business, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. GL20 5NX
At a Glance
- Salary: £16640 per year
- Working week: Monday to Friday
- Duration: 21 Months
- Apprenticeship standard: Creative industries production technician (Level 3)
Creative Industries Production Technician Apprentice in Tewkesbury employer: Skern Training
The Roses Theatre offers a vibrant and dynamic work environment where creativity thrives, making it an excellent employer for aspiring technicians in the creative industries. With hands-on training from experienced professionals, employees gain invaluable skills in live event production while enjoying a supportive culture that encourages growth and collaboration. Located in Tewkesbury, this role not only provides a pathway to a recognised qualification but also opens doors to exciting career opportunities in a lively venue known for its diverse range of performances.
