Kings Head Theatre
Job Summary
Job Description
Acting as the operational lead within the Technical Department, the Senior Venue Technician will oversee the day-to-day delivery of productions, events and hires, including rehearsals and get ins/outs, ensuring the highest standards of technical presentation, customer service and health and safety.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering exceptional production quality and a strong understanding of technical theatre operations.
Job Requirements
– Demonstrable experience working as a Theatre Technician or Senior Technician within a producing or receiving venue.
– Strong working knowledge of professional lighting, sound and video systems.
-Experience leading technical delivery of live performances.
– Experience supervising or mentoring technical staff.
– A supportive, positive and collaborative attitude.
– Good understanding of theatre production processes including get-ins, fit-ups, rehearsals and show operation.
– Experience preparing Risk Assessments and safe systems of work.
– Excellent communication and organisational skills.
– Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to technical issues.
– Experience using:
ETC Eos
QLab
Digital sound desks (e.g. Behringer X32)
DMX and networked lighting systems
– Flexible approach to working hours including evenings and weekends.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Senior Venue Technician
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours:
Full time - Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Fri, 31 Jul 2026
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Location:
London
Job: Senior Venue Technician
Job: Senior Venue Technician
Organisation: Kings Head Theatre
Postcode: N1 1QP
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