Theatre Technician (Sound Bias) – 21 hours per week

The technical team consists of: a Technical Stage Manager; five permanent Technicians and casual Technicians. The Theatre Technician will support the technical delivery of the shows and events at South Hill Park Arts Centre. This role has a sound bias, but the technician will be expected to work across all technical areas. Training will be provided where required.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Theatre Technician will:

• Assist incoming companies with their get-ins and get-outs.
• Operate shows with an emphasis on sound but including lighting, stage and stage management as required.
• Rig lighting, sound and scenery as required.
• Maintain and repair technical equipment.
• Take on various technical roles for South Hill Park in-house productions in the Wilde Theatre and other performance spaces in the Arts Centre.
• Set up and operate other events such as conferences.
• Assist in the construction of scenery, props, electrical practicals that may be used for in-house productions.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions and other events as required.

General:

• Represent South Hill Park as an ambassador for the organisation at press nights, performances, meetings and events.
• Follow and adhere to all health and safety procedures and policy.
• Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Technical Stage Manager.

Relationships:

Maintain good professional relationships with:

• Staff, tutors, volunteers and members of the Board of South Hill Park;
• All other individuals and organisations with whom South Hill Park seeks to work.