Sound No 1 (Peter Pan)

Birmingham Rep is looking for Sound No 1 for their new production of ‘Peter Pan’.

It only takes a dash of fairy dust and the happiest of thoughts to experience an unforgettable trip to Neverland for the festive season. Bursting with imagination, this faithful re-telling of J M Barrie’s much loved children’s story is given a sprinkling of Rep magic.

This magical production is adapted by Phil Porter with original music from Ruth Chan, and with The Rep’s Artistic Director, Joe Murphy (Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street) at the helm of the (pirate) ship! Nick Lodge is sound designer for the production.

This will be a new production with a cast of 13 including actor musicians, and band of 2.

Throughout the engagement, the role will be required to abide by Birmingham Rep’s policies and procedures which will be supplied with the contract.

The Rep has a permanent, full-time sound & video department, responsible for all the sound and video requirements of productions at the Rep, and which supports all shows in rehearsals and performance, visiting work, and events. The Rep is engaging additional sound staff for this production to supplement the in-house team and offer dedicated focus to the production. The role would be responsible to and supported by the Rep’s Head of Sound and Video.

The sound department for Peter Pan is as follows:

• Sound No 1 Key responsibilities below
• Sound No 2 Responsibilities include covering and deputising for Sound No 1 including mix cover, setting up RF, ensuring mics are all prepped, acting as point of contact for the music department, and taking responsibility for comms, cuelights, and CCTV.
• Sound No 3 Responsibilities include assisting the Sound No 2 in their duties and providing cover for the Sound No 2.

There will also be a technical swing employed to support all departments and provide general cover.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sound operator.
• Ensure the high quality of the audio of the performance.
• Supervise Sound No 2 and 3; ensuring all mics are correctly prepped.
• Ensure staffing and equipment is available for onstage rehearsals.
• Teach the mix to Sound No 2.
• Ensure all comms/cuelights/CCTV are fully functional.
• Liaise with the Rep’s Head of Sound & Video over any equipment issues, and spares and consumables purchases.
• Liaise with the Rep’s Head of Sound & Video on any HR, H&S or Rep Policy issues.
• Any other duties reasonably expected of a Sound No 1 on a large-scale production.

 

Key Dates

• Last full week of rehearsals Monday 26th October 2026
• First Day of Fit Up Thursday 5th November 2026
• Tech Commences Tuesday 10th November 2026
• First Preview Wednesday 18th November 2026
• Press Night Tuesday 24th November 2026
• Final Performance Sunday 17th January 2027
• Get Out Monday 18th January 2027

 

Contract Dates: Monday 26th October – Monday 18th January

Fee: £1000pw + subsistence; to be invoiced to the Rep Buy out fee is based on an average of 48 hours a week worked over the duration of the contract. Any overtime will be paid out at single time. A personal timesheet should be kept tracking hours across the project.

 

The Rep is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To express your interest in the role, please contact Jonathan Pearce via email: jonathan.pearce@birmingham-rep.co.uk