The premiere of the first-ever theatre adaptation of Suzanne Collins' internationally acclaimed book and Lionsgate's motion-picture, The Hunger Games: On Stage comes to London in 2025.

Adapted by multi award-winning playwright Conor McPherson and directed by Matthew Dunster, The Hunger Games: On Stage will be performed in a brand-new state-of-the-art venue, Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre.

Job Description
As Head of SFX and Automation, you will be responsible for the design, installation and operation of all automation and special effects elements of the show.

You will manage a team of technicians, collaborating with designers and the technical team, and ensuring the seamless integration of automation and SFX with the production's overall technical needs

Key Responsibilities

Taking responsibility for the safe running and maintenance of all automated and mechanical elements of a technically complicated show including scenic automation, performer flying and special effects.
To set up and manage the Automation Department
To work closely and collaboratively with all departments ensuring they are well supported by the Automation department
To create, oversee and teach all automation plots involved in running the show
To undertake automation plots where necessary
Supervise and train others in the Automation department
Essential Criteria

Proven track record of managing the automation requirements of a technically complex and long running show including setting up a show and a department
Proven experience of managing a department
Experience of Absolute Motion Control and XMOVE.
Experience of performer flying
Experience of special effects
Production Dates:

Start date: Mid September 2025

Rehearsals commence on 11th August 2025

First performance on 20th October 2025

Salary:

UK Theatre/Bectu agreement

How To Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter, indicating which role you are applying for