The Traverse Theatre seeks an experienced Stage Crew Chief from 23rd July 2022 for the duration of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

The Stage Crew Chief is responsible for allocation of crew during fit ups and turnarounds, making sure crew get appropriate breaks, keeping records of turnaround duties and deputising the Head of Stage in their absence.

The crew will be made up of a team of 9 people who will report to the Crew Chief and ultimately the Head of Stage.

Along with the crew they are responsible for the get-ins, fit-ups, turnarounds, and get-outs of all of productions and events at the Traverse Theatre.

As a team, the Crew will be responsible for the smooth turnarounds of all scenic aspects of the productions in both theatres (Traverse 1 and Traverse 2) and events in the rest of the building including but not limited to anything from dance floors, flats, flown scenery and revolves to stage decks, furniture and props.

This is a very physical role with a fair amount of lifting and carrying. A working knowledge of theatre, especially the stage department is essential as is the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. Please note: these are non-technical roles and are within the Stage department of the Theatre.

The working week will be 48 hours with one day off per week. Any additional hours will be paid at single time. The role will run from 23rd July to 31st August 2022. This role is not suitable for anyone with other festival commitments.

Please note all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and, if applicable, must hold any necessary work permit and/or visa.

Interviews will be held at the Traverse Theatre in the week commencing 20 June 2022. We are unable to respond to every applicant individually therefore if you do not hear back from us please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 13th June 2022.