Casual Theatre Technician

Assiting with the provision of technical support to the Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre for performances, shows, bookings, and events, as well as providing technical assistance across other Newport Live venues as may be required

Operational responsibilities will include:

Installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment for all stage productions, visiting shows, our cinema, and other conferences and hired events

Ensuring the safe and efficient set up and running of productions and events, maintaining consistently high production values

Moving sets and properties pre, during and post performances

Carrying out stage, lighting, sound, cinema, and maintenance duties as and when required

Working to tight technical schedules in accordance with set performance deadlines

Providing any necessary technical services for visiting companies, conferences and hired events

Ensuring all technical areas are kept clean and tidy, and in line with health and safety requirements, at all times

Collaborating with other departments to promote and ensure safe working environments and a positive health and safety culture for all

Acting as an ambassador for Newport Live in accordance with our Values, Code of Conduct, and relevant policies

Any other tasks that may be identified and delegated as necessary, to ensure the safe and efficient running of the technical team

Hold a recognised qualification in a technical field or have significant experience of working in a technical/theatre environment (Relevant Level 6 (Degree) qualification on the Credit and Qualifications for Wales)

City and Guilds 2365 (Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations) - Desirable

Working at height, Telescope Training, Ipaf - Desirable

Practical Pyrotechnics - Safety awareness Certification - Desirable

Knowledge, skills and competencies

Thorough understanding of the technical procedures required to operationally run a theatre and arts centre

Clear communication skills, both written and verbal

Skilled in the safe use of basic hand tools and power tools, including But not limited to Electrical screwdrivers, rigger tools, Drills, impact drivers and Electrical test meters

Can operate and programme a wide range of lighting desks including ETC Eos family desks and software And / Or Can operate and programme Digital Sound Desk and equipment including Yamaha, Allen and heath and D&B R1

Experience

Working in a technical role within a theatre or community group

Operating lighting, stage, and sound equipment in a professional theatre environment

Providing a high level of customer care

Dante Sound Networking - Desirable

Operating computerised lighting systems - Desirable

Networking and Concert Software - Desirable

AV equipment, set up and operation - Desirable

Operation of digital Cinema Systems and programming - Desirable

Stage Management within a range of different events - Desirable

Personal Attributes

Have a passion for the use of technology in the arts, with a dedication to develop skills and experiences further

Be self-motivated, ensuring a proactive approach whenever possible

Good interpersonal skills; building effective relationships across all levels

Confident to work alone with minimum supervision

Effective prioritisation skills: working well as a team to ensure deadlines and targets are successfully met

Newport Live's Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre ('The Riverfront') is a lively centre, based in the heart of Newport, overlooking the River Usk. Our vision 'Inspiring Happier Healthier' aims to bring as much of the community as possible into contact with creativity and the arts, through professional performances, workshops, and film screenings.

We are Newport's only professional presenting theatre and arts centre, with two theatre spaces, a visual arts gallery space, basement, dance studio, recording studio, workshop rooms, conference room, and a licenced café with outdoor terrace. Our popular line ups including our annual festive Pantomime, and the fantastic Big Splash summer event.

As an Arts Council of Wales 'Arts Portfolio Wales' venue, the Riverfront has a vital role in developing a high quality and ambitious cultural offer in Newport and the surrounding communicates. We present a diverse cross art form programme throughout the year, from commercially focussed events to experimental and risk-taking work, which supports the professional development of artists living in Wales.

Flexibility to work around performance times, which can involve late nights, weekends, and bank holidays

Hold a full UK Driving Licence - Desirable

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 - 37 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• Free fitness classes


• Free parking


• Gym membership


• Health & wellbeing programme


• On-site parking


• Sick pay


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday


• Weekend availability