Technician

Location
Rehearsals - Manchester

Tour - UK Wide

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Type Self-employed contractor

Duration 10 days between 13th September - 8th October 2021

1. Rehearsal day - £100 (date tbc; between 13th & 17th September)

2. 18th September - The Lowry (Shadowing) £100

3. 25th September - Travel Same Day - York - £100

4. 26th September - Travel day £100

5. 1st October - Travel Same Day - Aberystwyth - £100

6. 2nd October - Theatre Severn - £100

7. 3rd October - Travel Day - £100

8. 6th October - Travel Same Day - Coventry - £100

9. 7th October - Norfolk - £100

10. 8th October - Travel day / Train - £100

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10 Dates - Total fee £1000

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Travel days, transport and accommodation for venues outside of the Northwest will be provided

Contact

Production Manager - Evelyn Roberts

To apply please email a.evelynroberts@hotmail.co.uk with:
CV, including details of two referees,

covering letter explain why you are interested in the post (max 2 sides A4)

Description

We’re looking for a Touring Technician to support the creation and delivery of a UK tour of a new

play ‘The Killer Question’.

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The Technician is required to be able to operate technical equipment to a high standard and be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient technical presentation of all performances; working collaboratively with the core creative team and various theatre venues.

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The role will involve:

• Working closely with the stage manager to facilitate all ‘get ins’ and ‘get outs’.

• Liaising with Lighting Design and LX Technician on technical and rigging requirements

• Operating the show

• Good health and safety knowledge including latest CV-19 requirements.

• Assist with load in and out of all touring equipment.

• other duties as necessary

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We’re looking for someone with:

• Some experience of operating theatrical productions.

• Resilient disposition and ability to remain calm under pressure

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with performers, crew, venue teams and others

• Excellent time management, organisational and communication skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• A proactive and flexible approach

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Useful

• First aid qualification

• Good understanding of power generation and distribution

• Experience of touring