We are looking for a range of Technicians to join our casual pool on a permanent, ADHOC basis. We’re looking for a wide range of skills in technical theatre to support the department until the end of this academic year and beyond at our brand-new facilities located at City Campus, The Manchester College (our facilities include two theatre’s, seven equipped rehearsal studios, wardrobe & props store and workshop).
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These roles will provide technical and operational support of a high standard for all productions for The Arden School of Theatre and The Manchester College Performing Arts Department.
Roles required:
Lighting Technician
Sound Technician
Wardrobe Assistant / Costumer Designer / Maker
Set Design and Construction
Prop Designer
Stage Manager
Main Duties:
Installation, programming and operation of lighting, sound and audio-visual equipment for rehearsals and performances
Set design, construction, rigging and de-rigging of set
Costume design, construction, fitting, costume sourcing and general wardrobe tasks
Prop design, creation and sourcing
Attend design, production meetings and departmental meetings
Follow LTE Group’s Health & Safety Policy, undertaking duties as required and ensure reasonable care is taken to maintain a healthy, safe place for staff, students and members of the public
Essential:
Previous industry experience working within your sector
Experience of safely rigging and operating a range of Lighting fixtures, (including plotting and programming) sound and AV equipment
Ability to work across multiple disciplines within the theatre sector
Strong team player
Ability to work flexible hours
Desirable:
Industry related qualifications
Previous experience working in an educational setting or with young people
Driver’s license
Ability to work evenings and the occasional weekend
In return you will benefit from an excellent package including a favourable Pension scheme, Retail Discounts, Employee Assistance Program, Cycle to work scheme and Simply Health scheme.
The Manchester College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
If you wish to apply for this exciting opportunity, please click on the ‘Apply online’ button below.
Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities, key result areas and Qualifications/Skills and Experience detailed within the job description.
Salaries are based on skills, qualifications and experience.
The closing date for this job advert is 10/04/2023. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!