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Casual Theatre Technicians

Job description

We are looking for skilled Technicians to join our in-house casual teams to work at Sadler’s Wells Theatre (1,500 seats) the Lilian Baylis Studio (180 sats) and the Peacock (1,000 seats). Professional technician experience and a broad range of technical skills are essential.

Are you a passionate and versatile theatre technician looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of productions?

We’re keen to hear from professionals working in these roles:

  • Stage Technicians 
  • Sound Technicians 
  • Lighting Technicians 
  • Automated Flying Technicians (SWT) experience in TAIT’s Nomad system is essential.
  • Manual Flying Technicians (PT)

Ideal candidates will meet the following essential criteria:

  • Experience of working in your discipline for large-scale dance or theatre productions
  • An excellent team-worker with a flexible and practical approach
  • A positive attitude even under pressure and a good problem solver

If you are:

  • A highly motivated and reliable individual
  • Great problem solver
  • Eager to learn and grow in your career
  • A team player with a positive attitude

Then we want to hear from you!

Sadler’s Wells benefits include:

  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Pension scheme
  • Complimentary tickets and discounts
  • Enhanced holiday and time off in lieu policy
  • Additional pay for parental and family leave subject to eligibility
  • Be part of a creative and collaborative team

Please indicate which of the listed roles you are applying for, then upload a CV and/or Personal Statement. 

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm BST on Friday 16 August 2024. Interviews will be arranged on an ongoing basis throughout recruitment.

Successful shortlisted applicants may be contacted ahead of this date to arrange an interview at a mutually agreeable time.

Please note: To ensure a fair recruitment process, please remove all personal information (such as name, address, email, phone number, date of birth, and photograph) from your CV and cover letter before submitting your application.

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and those belonging to ethnic groups that are currently underrepresented within the Arts. Applications from d/Deaf and disabled communities and low socio-economic backgrounds are also welcome. As a user of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the Job Pack.

Sadler’s Wells also collaborates with Parents in Performing Arts (PiPA) in efforts to support parents and carers within the industry.

If you would like support or have any queries regarding the format or submission of the application, please contact us on recruitment@sadlerswells.com.