The purpose of the job will be to help prepare, implement and operate performance related lighting, sound and AV equipment for Opera North productions both in Leeds and on tour.
The successful candidate will be expected to work effectively as part of the team, making sure that all activities are carried out to the highest standards of safety, efficiency and quality.
Essential requirements for the job include, a proven track record of lighting sound and AV work, the ability to work as part of a team and a positive attitude towards Health and Safety.
Key Accountabilities:
- Get in lighting, sound and AV equipment.
- Rig and check Lighting, sound and AV equipment.
- Focus, plot and rehearse lighting states.
- Set up, plot and rehearse stage electrics effects and follow spots.
- Operate lighting, sound and AV equipment during performances.
- De-rig Lighting, sound and AV equipment.
- Get out lighting, sound and AV equipment.
- Maintenance and PAT testing of electrical equipment.
- Any other duties as may reasonably be required.
- Compliance with relevant legislation and statutory codes of practice.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
- Health & Safety and/or manual handling training.
Experience / skills required:
- Proven track record of lighting work within the theatre industry
- Good knowledge of ETC EOS family (Apex 5), Protools and media servers.
- Some experience and knowledge of knotting and rigging
- Experience and knowledge of lighting sound and AV equipment and hardware
- Basic knowledge of Health and Safety and manual handling
- Experience of PAT Testing
- Experience of working at height
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong work ethic and commitment
Functional/ leadership competencies:
- Demonstration of physical fitness to meet the demands of the job
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays as required within the allocated weekly working time, and to travel to other sites or venues
Terms & Conditions:
Contract type: Fixed Term, Full Time (2 months)
Salary: £650 per week
Hours of work: An average of 44 hours per week, across the contracted period
Place of work: you will be based at Howard Opera Centre, Leeds (you’ll be expected to travel to other venues as part of the role also).
Equity, diversity and inclusion: We promote equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching our needs with the skills and experience of the candidate. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from the global majority or those with other protected characteristics.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK or be ready to obtain it.
General responsibilities of everyone who works for us:
- Represent the company values and purpose to create extraordinary experiences everyday
- Work collaboratively and co-operatively with all team members and take an active part in team meetings and discussions
- Be an ambassador for Opera North and follow our policies and procedures
- Play your part in ensuring that everyone who comes through our door is welcomed and treated with respect
How to apply: To apply for this role, please send a CV and covering letter via the Employment Hero website.
If you need any help completing your application including any adjustments to the application process please contact appointments@operanorth.co.uk to make us aware.
Closing date: 20th September 4pm
Good luck with your application and we look forward to hearing from you.
