Sound No. 2 – The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind

Kenny Wax Ltd is one of the leading Production Companies operating in the West End and on Tour. We are looking for an experienced Sound No. 2 to join our team in London for the West End transfer of this new musical.

Salary: £850 per week (£750 per week during rehearsals/tech)

Contract: Fixed Term SOLT/BECTU Contract

Contract Dates: w/c 13^th April 2026 (TBC) – 18^th July 2026

Rehearsals/Get In: w/c 13^th April 2026

Tech: w/c 20^th April 2026

Performances: 25^th April – 18^th July 2026

Show schedule: Performances are 6 days per week, typically Monday – Saturday. The performance schedule shall be confirmed at point of contract.

Holiday: As per the SOLT/BECTU Agreement (32 days per full calendar year). There will be a holiday embargo across this contract and any accrued holiday shall be paid out at the end of contract.

Performance Location: @sohoplace, 4 Soho Pl, Charing Cross Rd, London W1D 3BG

Benefits: Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing and Resilience programmes, access to physiotherapy, local discounts.

Personal attributes: We are looking for applicants with previous Sound No.2 experience. The role requires someone who has excellent technical knowledge and a calm and practical approach to technical troubleshooting. Candidates must be able to work well in a team and have the ability to work well in high pressure environments.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

We are a company that offers a work culture that nurtures and encourages personal and professional development. We encourage diversity and inclusion across all our shows and particularly encourage those from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To assist the Sound No. 1, Sound Designer, Production Manager and Production Sound Engineer to co-ordinate the hire and preparation of equipment and venue supplies, in tech and throughout the run of the Production;
• To uphold the high production standards set by the Sound Designer and maintain the artistic quality of the original design;
• To take responsibility for radio mics during performances, including testing, fitting and checks;
• To perform the Sound No. 2 plot during performances;
• To learn the mix of the show and perform this on a regular basis, or as required to provide cover for the Sound No. 1;
• To deputise for the Sound No. 1 as necessary;
• To support with all Sound department system maintenance, including attending regular maintenance calls as directed by the Sound No. 1, ensuring that all fixes are completed to a high standard;
• To teach your plot to any department deps or venue technical crew, as required, to ensure that they can cover any absence;
• Conduct any on-stage cues, as required;
• To provide technical support for all rehearsals, promotional/marketing events and other calls as required;
• To ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times and that all Health and Safety procedures and practises are adhered to;
• To be a proactive member of the technical team and to work collaboratively with all other departments, including the theatre technical team, to ensure the smooth running of the Production;
• To assist in the compilation of all necessary show paperwork both hard copy and digital;
• To support the administration of petty cash for Sound Department spends, obtaining where possible VAT invoices for any hires and purchases made through petty cash;
• To comply at all times with the rules and regulations in force at the venues under the control of the Production;
• To work in accordance with the Producer’s Health and Safety policy, which may include any training deemed necessary;
• To ensure all sound equipment and backstage areas are kept in a tidy and secure manner;
• Any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of a Sound No. 2 based on industry norms and practice, or as directed by the Sound No. 1, Sound Designer, Production Manager, Company Manager, Producers or General Managers.

Person Specification:

• Demonstrable professional experience working in a similar role in the West End or on Tour;
• Previous experience of working on a West End musical;
• Proven operational Sound experience, with particular focus on live mixing skills with a proven track record of dealing with complex radio mic shows;
• Excellent technical skills and a strong knowledge of technical troubleshooting;
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with excellent attention to detail;
• A proactive and flexible attitude, and previous experience of working as part of a team;
• The ability to work closely with actors and creative teams;
• The ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise;
• Awareness of current Health & Safety legislation;
• Awareness of SOLT BECTU agreements.

To apply: please send a CV and a short covering letter (no more than one page) outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@kennywax.com with your name and the role you are applying for in the subject line.

We reserve the right to interview candidates as applications are received, so encourage early submission.

Closing Date: 5PM on Monday 5^th January 2026

05/01/2026

Fixed Term, Full Time