Tech Swing

Summary

Kenny Wax Productions is looking for a Tech Swing for the UK tour of The Shark is Broken. We are looking for applicants with sound experience. The role requires someone who has a calm and practical approach to technical trouble-shooting and the ability to work well in high pressure environments.

More Details

Contract: Fixed term 18 weeks

Show schedule: performances are 6 days per week typically Monday – Saturday

Holiday: 32 days per year pro rata

Start Date: 13th January 2025

Location: Various UK Touring venues

Rehearsals: London, 30th December 2024 – 18th January 2025

Tech/Opening Venue: Oxford, 20th January – 25th January 2025

Job Description:

Demonstrable professional experience working in a similar role on tour / West End.

Proactive member of the Technical team and support the wider team.

Assist the production and Stage Management teams with the running of the production, covering tracks, maintenance, supporting the get-in and get-out where required and working with venue crew.

Work collaboratively with all other departments, including the theatre technical team, to ensure the smooth running of the production.

Ensure all stage management equipment and areas are kept in a tidy and secure manner.

Assist with resets and pre-show checks as instructed.

To do the above with particular focus on supporting Sound departments.

Any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of a Tech Swing based on industry norms and practice.

Organisation

Kenny Wax Productions

Weekly Rate

700

Closing Date

10/10/2024

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Job Type

Backstage & Technical

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