Technical Operators Edinburgh Fringe 26

DARKFIELD


Job Summary

DARKFIELD will be bringing three container shows to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2026, located outside Pleasance Dome and Assembly George Square. We are looking for Technical Operators to help support the run.

Job Description

Within your shift you will be operating one of our shows. You will be using Qlab to run the shows and operating any special
effects depending on the show. Previous experience with COGS is also beneficial but not required.

You will also be responsible for the show turn-over, resetting the show technically and getting the set physically ready for the
next audience. You may need to brief the FOH on their briefing and you will work closely with them to manage the audience.
You will be expected to be able to carry out occasional troubleshooting with the support of one of our Technical Managers.

DATES: 5 – 31 August 2026

PAY: £16 per hour

SHIFTS: Shifts will be available everyday and will be broken up into blocks depending on the day and people’s availability.
Longer days: 10:30 – 22:30 (broken up into 2-3 shifts)
Break Cover shifts: 15:00 – 18:00
Shorter days: 10:30 – 21:00 (broken up into 2-3 shifts)

Job Requirements

We’re looking for confident technicians, who are confident with Qlab, fast learners and self motivated, and take pride in the work they do.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Technical Operators Edinburgh Fringe 26
  • Salary: £15k-£20k
    (pro-rata)
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Mon, 04 May 2026

  • Location:

    Scotland

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