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Wyvern Theatre

Swindon

For more than five decades, the

Wyvern Theatre

in Swindon has established itself as one of the leading live entertainment venues in Wiltshire, welcoming thousands of customers through its doors every year.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a member of the technical team, the post holder will assist with the preparation of, setting up and a variety of operational duties in respect of the diverse range of productions and events staged by professional and amateur companies, as well as the routine maintenance of the facility, as directed by technical team and management.


As the postholder is responsible for:


Assist and support with the "get ins", preparation, running, pack down and "get outs" of shows and events.


Moving scenery and equipment during productions as well as working with lighting, sound, wardrobe, AV, rigging and special effects


Maintain Health and Safety and Fire Safety procedures.


Collaborate with all visiting producers and artists to promote good customer relations.


Attend all required training.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for individuals that can collaborate as part of team to achieve excellent customer service.


Key attributes:


Passion for theatre / live entertainment. Knowledge of technical theatre/theatre craft from accredited institute along with understanding of protocols such as DMX, ETC EOS software QLAB and digital sound decks (not essential.) An exceptional eye for details. Willingness to learn new skills. Great team spirit. Strong Communication and listening skills. Understanding of health and safety. Able to work safely at heights using ladders, telescopes and from lighting bridges. Ability to work effectively at busy times.

about trafalgar entertainment

Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Dame Rosemary Squire in 2017, Trafalgar Entertainment is a premium international live entertainment business focused on new productions, venue ownership, Performing Arts education, theatre ticketing, the distribution of live-streaming innovative content and the provision of great theatres where people can come together to share in the experience of live entertainment. TE is home to Trafalgar Theatres, The Chiswick Cinema, Trafalgar Theatre Productions, Trafalgar Releasing, Trafalgar Tickets, Stagecoach Performing Arts, Drama Kids/Helen O'Grady Drama Academy, ticketing company London Theatre Direct, Stagedoor, Jonathan Church Theatre Productions, and Imagine Theatre.



Trafalgar Theatres is the venue-operating division of Trafalgar Entertainment (TE). We currently operate 21 venues; including the Trafalgar Theatre in London's West End and the Theatre Royal in Sydney. We're growing fast, we're confident in what we do, and we're ambitious about the future. There's never been a better time to get onboard.



We are passionate about entertainment, audiences, and the live experience and we value

Creativity, Collaboration, Excellence

and

Respect.

Trafalgar Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in groups where we are under-represented, for example people with disabilities, from minority ethnic groups, older returners and people who are neurodivergent.


We are curious, courageous and ambitious, empowering people to challenge and innovate in pursuit of excellence.

For You

Discounted theatre tickets


Training and development plans


Hundreds of savings across retailers with TE&ME

Flexible hours

Access to mental health resources


And much more...

Eligibility criteria applies

KEY INFORMATION

Position Title



Technician





Location



Swindon Theatres





Contract



Casual





Hours



Flexible





Annual Leave



12.07% holiday pay





Salary



12.21 per hour plus enhanced hours or TMA Payments









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