Sound No.2

Witness London Ltd
London, SE1 7GP | Weekly paid: £750 | Closing: 1 October 2026

Summary

The Olivier Award nominated courtroom production of Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution is looking for a Sound No. 2 to join the team.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Running pre-show sound checks.
Taking responsibility for the backstage sound plot during performances.
Testing, fitting and checking radio mics.
Ensuring the smooth running of the show.
Deputising for the Sound No. 1 when required, including live mixing the show – training will be provided if the successful candidate has limited operating/mixing experience.
Maintaining the sound package on the show, alongside the Sound No. 1 and Technical and Building Manager, with particular focus on DPA 4061 & 6061 Mics.
Providing technical support for any rehearsals, including an upcoming cast change.
Upholding the excellent production standards expected of a first-class play, and the high artistic quality required by the Sound Designer.
Being an active member of the technical team, supporting and assisting other members of the team as required and providing cover on days off.
Encouraging a supportive backstage environment for the full company.
Assisting the Sound No. 1 and Technical and Building Manager with technical troubleshooting of the technical equipment in the venue, supported by the Production Sound and Production Lighting Engineers when required.
Occasional LX Maintenance and troubleshooting, alongside sound No. 1 & Technical and Building Manager.

KEY TERMS
Contract: UK Theatre/BECTU Agreement.

Duration: An initial 6-month fixed-term contract starting no later than 27th October 2026.

Salary: £750 per week. Inclusive of incidental and Sunday performance payments.

Schedule: 8 performances per week over 6 days. Tuesday to Saturday at 7:30pm, Thursday and Saturday at 2:30pm and Sunday at 3pm. Please note that around during Easter and Christmas periods the schedule may be adjusted. Monday is the designated day off.

Probation: 12 weeks.

To apply, please send a CV and a single page covering letter by 10am on Thursday 1 October to office@witnesscountyhall.com. Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may interview / close recruitment ahead of this date. 

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