Technician: Soho Theatre Walthamstow (6-month contract)

This is a hugely exciting opportunity to be a key part of the technical team at the new Soho Theatre Walthamstow. You will be integral in supporting activities in this beautiful Grade II* listed building, including our 962-seat theatre as well as our studios and front of house spaces. With the guidance of the Technical & Production Manager and Deputy Technical Manager you will be fundamental in assisting with all technical aspects of our busy building. We are looking for someone with a particular expertise in live sound, which will be crucial in the set-up and operation of exciting performances and creative engagement programmes, working closely alongside a team of casual technicians to run our performances. You will be relied upon to deliver the creative visions of artists in a safe and effective manner and assist with the successful running of the theatre’s busy programme, including all productions, events and projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

Technical

  • To programme/operate lighting, sound, AV and undertake Duty Tech responsibilities as required for shows and events in the main venue, studios or foyer space
  • Be responsible for regular inspection, testing and maintenance of technical equipment, reporting any issues to the Technical & Production Manager
  • Assist fellow technical crew with all aspects of Get In/Outs, Fit-Ups and Turnarounds to schedule
  • Safely undertake the rigging of LX, sound, AV and construction of scenic elements
  • Assist with Digital and Podcast output

Health & Safety

  • Familiarise and adhere to show, area and equipment Risk Assessments whilst taking responsibility for housekeeping in backstage and public facing areas
  • Act as a duty First Aider and Fire Marshall when required (training provided)
  • Be a welcoming point of contact for receiving visiting companies, providing a health and safety induction when necessary
  • Supervise casual and freelance technical staff
  • Adhere to and implement Company policies, including the Health & Safety and Safeguarding Policies

General

  • Attend department/production and staff meetings to keep aware of the buildings schedule and news updates
  • Support building and facilities tasks whenever possible
  • Act as a key-holder for the building
  • Support the aims and objectives of Soho Theatre Company both internally and externally
  • Act as an ambassador for Soho Theatre Walthamstow to all visitors to the building
  • Any other duties technical management may reasonably require