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This includes assisting in the management of the stage department, supervising fit-ups, get-ins and get-outs, maintaining rigging and stage equipment, and working closely with creative and technical teams to realise productions to the highest standards.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head of Stage in the planning and management of the stage department, for all fit ups, technical rehearsals and get outs
- Assist the Head of Stage in supervising stage technicians including freelance and casual staff
- Assist in the coordination of, and supervise all stage elements of in-house and visiting productions, activities, events and hires, and Citizens Theatre productions on tour
- To help develop and agree construction and engineering methods with the Head of Production, Head of Stage and Designers
- Act as rigger for flown scenery and equipment, ensuring compliance with LOLER and other relevant regulations
- Operate stage cues and flying systems for rehearsals, technical rehearsals and performance
- Delegate tasks efficiently and ensure a safe and productive working environment
- Act as Head of Stage in their absence, including leading departmental meetings and liaising with production management and creative teams
- Ensure safe working practices in compliance with Citizens Theatre policies and legal requirements.
- Contribute to the development and enforcement of risk assessments and stage protocols.
- Attend production meetings and design presentations as required.
- Liaise with other departments (e.g., Workshop, Lighting, Sound) to ensure smooth integration of all production elements
- Support scheduling, procurement, and material planning to meet deadlines and budgets
- Support the maintenance of stage equipment, machinery, and tools
Organisational Commitments:
- Carry out any other tasks required on an ad hoc or continuing basis, commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post
- Drive change through action and words that advocate inclusion and equality, creating a culture that recognises and celebrates diversity
- Be accountable for yourself and others, in line with our Health & Safety and Safeguarding Policies
- Create a positive working environment, underpinned by the organisation’s values
- Deliver a warm welcome and excellent customer service to all audience and visitors to the Citz
- Contribute to activities that support income generation and fundraising
- Contribute to our environmental sustainability goals
- Undertake relevant training and development as required
This job description is intended as a guide to the general duties and responsibilities of the role and does not form part of your contract of employment. These duties may be reviewed from time to time to meet the needs of the business. The Citizens Theatre is going through a significant period of change as we return to our building following six years of displacement, and so we will inevitably change as we grow and develop over the coming years. All staff will be required to show a flexible approach to this process, which may involve revisions around job descriptions, titles, roles and departmental structures. Any significant changes will be discussed with you in advance.
Person Specification:
Essential
- Extensive experience in a technical or stage role in a producing or receiving theatre
- Strong knowledge of stagecraft, including rigging, flying, and manual handling
- Excellent understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and stage plans
- Experienced in working at height
- Strong problem solving skills and calm under pressure
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Positive team player with a proactive and flexible approach
- Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
Desirable
- Relevant technical theatre qualification or equivalent experience
- IPAF, PASMA or working at height certification
- Rigging qualification (e.g. PLASA NRC)
- Experience / knowledge of scenery automation
- First Aid at Work or mental health first aid training
- Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or Vectorworks
- Full clean driving licence
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