Lighting Technician

We are looking for a Lighting technician to assist with the preparation and smooth running of the technical aspects of programmed events. These will usually be at one of our own venues, but will also include other locations in Suffolk. The successful candidate will enjoy working with artists and technicians and be dedicated to helping to produce high quality concerts and events. This post could offer an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their professional career to develop and build their lighting experience. The nature of this role requires availability on evenings, weekends and bank holidays.,

• Assist with the preparation and smooth running of the lighting aspects of programmed events working at our own venues and others used by Britten Pears Arts.


• Work with artists and backstage staff and be dedicated to helping to produce high quality concerts and events.


• Ensure the safe condition and use of technical equipment.


• Assist with equipment Maintenance.
  
  Have experience in lighting desk operation and programming (Apex and Gio).


• Have technical experience gained in a performance venue, including preparation, rigging, and focusing of lighting fixtures.


• Be comfortable and able to work at height, on ladders and Tallescope.


• Have knowledge of health and safety issues relating to backstage work.


• Have up to date knowledge of lighting equipment and live performance technology.


• Have some knowledge and experience of video / projection playback.


• Have a flexible approach to work and working hours.


• Be able to work well as part of a team whilst having a good ability to self-motivate and use their own initiative.


• Be able to work to deadlines.


• Be a clear, articulate communicator.


• Offer creative input to artists as required.
  
  Snape Maltings is the home of Britten Pears Arts, located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the east coast of Suffolk. In addition to the world-renowned Concert Hall, Snape Maltings is also home to the Hoffmann Building and the Britten Pears Building, both of which contain a mixture of rehearsal and performance spaces.


We are known around the world for the international standard of our Aldeburgh Festival in June and our year-round programme of events including opera, choral works, orchestral concerts and contemporary dance as well as programmes and residencies for young musicians and established professionals. Our Summer Programme showcases a wide range of musical genres including jazz, folk, classical, big band and world music.

Up to £28,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Additional leave


• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee discount


• Health & wellbeing programme, Simplyhealth cash plan


• Company Sick Pay Scheme


• Life Assurance


• Staff Discount


• Auto-enrol pension scheme


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme.


Snape Maltings is in a rural part of East Suffolk, and you will need to have your own transport to get to and from work each day.

We are an equal opportunities employer and believe that diversity strengthens and enriches us. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates of all ages and from all backgrounds, in particular from minority groups and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented at Britten Pears Arts.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave


• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee discount


• Health & wellbeing programme


• Life insurance


• On-site parking


• Sick pay


Schedule:

• Day shift


• Holidays


• Monday to Friday


• Night shift


• Weekend availability


Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saxmundham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)


Application question(s):

• Please tell us about your technical experience of lighting in a performance venue


• Are you able to be flexible with working hours, to include weekends, evenings and bank holidays?


Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)