Deputy Electrician (LX2)

New Adventures
Touring | £868.22 per week | Closing: 21 August 2026
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Summary

Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures are seeking an experienced LX2 (Deputy Electrician) to join their touring production of The Car Man. This is a hands-on role supporting the Head of Lighting delivering all lighting elements of the production.

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with fit-ups, focus sessions, performances and get-outs.
  • Acting as cover for Head of Lighting on their day off, operating the lighting desk.
  • Maintenance of all lighting equipment.
  • Supervise and work alongside local venue crews.
  • Support the wider technical team and deputise when required.

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience in lighting for live theatre.
  • Good fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently within a touring environment.
  • Commitment to high standards of health and safety.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience in touring.

To Apply:

Please send a CV and a covering letter of no more than one page, outlining your relevant experience.

Applications should be sent to the admin@greatleapforward.co.uk

New Adventures is committed to diversity and equal opportunities in all that we do. We actively welcome applications from individuals from communities and backgrounds currently under-represented in the theatre industry.

Allowances:  We follow the Equity / CTA rate for living away allowance which is currently £350 per week for each touring week that is further than 25 miles from your home address.

Travel will be paid at the equivalent of a single standard class advance purchase rail fare.

Schedule

28-Sep-26 04-Oct-26 Norwich
05-Oct-26 11-Oct-26 LAY OFF
12-Oct-26 18-Oct-26 Birmingham
19-Oct-26 25-Oct-26 Bradford
26-Oct-26 01-Nov-26 Glasgow
02-Nov-26 08-Nov-26 Edinburgh
09-Nov-26 15-Nov-26 Canterbury
16-Nov-26 22-Nov-26 Eastbourne
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