Published on: Monday January 27, 2025

Join Our Team: Stage Technician Wanted at Shanklin Theatre

Position – Stage Technician (Full-Time)

Location – Shanklin Theatre, Isle of Wight

Shanklin Theatre, the largest Proscenium Arch Theatre on the Isle of Wight, is seeking a passionate and experienced Stage Technician. You’ll work closely with our Technical Manager to ensure top-notch experiences for touring and local production companies.

Key Responsibilities:

– Organise additional stage and fly crew for productions.

– Train casual crew on stage-related tasks.

– Maintain stage equipment, fly floor, bars, and backstage areas.

– Operate house lights, pyrotechnics, and tabs during performances.

– Call fly operator cues as needed.

– Ensure a safe working environment per Health & Safety regulations.

– Assist the Technical Manager with routine maintenance and production preparations.

Desired Skills/Experience:

– Experience with hemp flying and show calling.

– Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

– Handling set and cloth get-ins and get-outs.

– Comfortable working at height.

Preferred Qualifications:

– Familiarity with Q Lab, LX rigging, and focusing.

– Basic sound and lighting operation skills.

– PASMA and First Aid at Work qualifications.

– Experience with pyrotechnics and stage management.

Why Join Us?

At Shanklin Theatre, we’ll provide training to help you grow and excel in your role. If you’re enthusiastic about the entertainment industry and ready to contribute to our vibrant theatre community, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now: Send your CV and cover letter to: [email protected]

Closing date for applications: 7th February 2025

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