Do you have a knowledge and experience of Stage Lighting? Can you operate and programme theatre lighting control systems? Can you work collaboratively and creatively with colleagues and freelance teams to deliver outstanding results?

The RSC is looking for an experienced lighting technician to join our Lighting Department in Stratford-upon-Avon, to participate in the provision of effective and efficient lighting and electrical support for our shows and other activity.

Reporting to the Head of Lighting, you will work closely with colleagues, creative teams, project staff and freelancers to deliver lighting solutions within budget and to planned timescales. You will be an experienced programmer, proficient at operating a Grand MA lighting desk.

Key responsibilities will include:

Assisting and deputising for the Senior Lighting Technician(s) in the efficient and effective administration of the department
Overseeing and participating in the provision of lighting related support for shows, performed on any of the RSC's stages
Participating in the smooth running of all fit-ups, get-ins, rehearsals, performances, changeovers and get-outs on Stratford stages
Assisting with fault finding, repairs and maintenance of all departmental equipment
Awareness of current Health and Safety legislation
Participating in the procurement and maintenance of stocks
We are looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

Knowledge and understanding of Stage Lighting and electrical and electronic systems
The ability to operate and programme theatre lighting control systems, we use the Grand MA lighting desk
A team player with good leadership and supervisory skills
Excellent communication skills
Understanding of Health and Safety legislation and keeping safe at work
RSC Benefits:

30 days annual leave, rising to 34 after 3 years' service. This is a buyout contract so no additional days are given for Bank Holidays
Access to RSC training and personal development
Flexible and hybrid working/48 hour per week average
Complimentary tickets for productions
Contributory pension scheme
Onsite Occupational Health and access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing 24 hours advice and counselling services
Staff discounts, including complementary and discounted tickets, discount in the RSC shop, restaurant, cafes and other local Stratford-upon-Avon businesses
Access to the RSC 'outstanding' children's nursery
This role is offered on a full-time permanent contract, 48 hours per week average, typically worked 6 days out of 7, Monday to Sunday, based in Stratford-upon-Avon.

All applications should be made online using the RSC website.

The RSC strives for excellence, and values integrity, inclusion, ambition and innovation. We act with respect, show leadership and build resilient ways of working in all our activities.

We can offer great benefits and aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment which is happy, healthy and safe. We place great importance upon developing a diverse, highly motivated and energised workforce to help achieve our priorities. We put our values at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals.

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