Deputy Head of Lighting

Theatre Royal Plymouth


Job Summary

The Deputy Head of Lighting, alongside the Head of Lighting, will provide an effective and flexible service to ensure the delivery of lighting requirements for all in-house, co-productions and the visiting programme.

Job Description

Theatre Royal Plymouth is a registered charity, inspiring a lifetime of creativity for audiences, artists and participants throughout Plymouth and the wider region. As the principal home of performing arts in the Southwest, we engage and inspire many communities, creating memorable experiences for people from all backgrounds. TRP do this by creating and presenting a breadth of shows on a range of scales, with their extensive creative engagement programmes, by embracing the vitality of new talent and supporting emerging and established artists, and by collaborating with a range of partners to provide dynamic cultural leadership for the city of Plymouth.

The Deputy Head of Lighting, alongside the Head of Lighting, will provide an effective and flexible service to ensure the delivery of lighting requirements for all in-house, co-productions and the visiting programme.

Job Requirements

  • Proven experience in a professional lighting role, with experience in theatre/live events environment preferred
  • Experience in programming and operating lighting control systems
  • Practical experience with rigging, focusing, and maintenance of theatrical lighting and video equipment
  • Calm under pressure with the agility to respond swiftly to live-performance demands.
  • Good problem-solving skills and broad technical awareness
  • Strong understanding of relevant health and safety legislation

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Deputy Head of Lighting
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Thu, 10 Jul 2025

  • Location:

    South West

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Job: Deputy Head of Lighting

Job: Deputy Head of Lighting

Organisation: Theatre Royal Plymouth

Postcode: PL1 2TR

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