LX 1 – The Choir of Man London

To manage the lighting department for the production of The Choir of Man at The Arts at Marble Arch, London. Dates: 3rd January 2027 – 7 Please email admin@hartshornhook.com with CV and covering letter.th March 2027

– Act as Head Of Department for the lighting department.
– Power on, power off, rig check and operate all performances to the highest of standards
– Report any issues in regards to the lighting rig through the show reports and/or through a separate line of written communication
– Troubleshoot and rectify any issues as efficiently as possible to make sure the performances run as planned. If there is an issue that requires external assistance, this must be raised through written channels to the Production Manager, company manager and general management teams. The LX1 will be expected to organise the troubleshooting of these issues
– Work alongside the stage management, company management, sound, venue and technical teams daily.
– Keep all lighting paperwork up to date and accurate, and generate any new paperwork as and when changes are made
– Take a lead and organise all preventative maintenance calls as regularly as the management team sees fit
– Book and manage freelance electricians as and when required to undergo maintenance or take on any major fixes.
– Book and organise annual PAT Testing, in collaboration with the Production Manager
– Ensure all power related risk is managed daily
– Re-focus lighting fixtures when needed
– Ensure that security, safety and good housekeeping procedures for the department are properly carried out.
– Keep all lighting work stations and areas clean and tidy and in good working order.
– Accommodate visiting companies where necessary, along with the venue technical team, and ensure all show specifics are still in good working order after external use
– Keep deputy lists up to date, and train relevant individuals
– Order any lighting related consumables with the company managers petty cash and approval
– Ensure all lighting equipment is in good working order at all times
– Comply with the Manager’s Health and Safety and other policies at all times.
– Take on any other duties reasonably asked of an LX1 in a West End Venue.

Please email admin@hartshornhook.com with CV and covering letter.