Technical Director

Summary

As Technical Director role you will oversee all technical aspects of production at Sheffield Theatres, ensuring the highest standards of execution across lighting, sound, rigging, and stage management. Working closely with the Artistic Director and production teams, you will ensure technical resources and solutions align with the artistic vision.

More Details

Sheffield Theatres recognises the positive value of inclusion, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

We are committed to becoming a more diverse organisation, and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented voices including, but not limited to, D/deaf, Neurodivergent, Disabled people and the Global Majority.

 

Do you have significant experience in a senior technical role in theatre, including extensive knowledge of sound, lighting, theatre technology and production? Are you excited about new technologies and advancements with a keen interest in implementing new techniques, equipment and strategies?

At Sheffield Theatres we are looking for a new Technical Director to join our Senior Management Team!

In this role, you will drive the technical vision of our productions, performances, events and projects, ensuring high-quality execution. You will maintain high operational, health and safety and artistic standards and play a key role in the organisation, working with the Executive Team to ensure technical plans align with Sheffield Theatres’ vision. You will collaborate with freelance creatives teams, Sheffield Theatres Technical and Production teams and all departments across the wider organisation to foster a positive and inclusive environment for all, promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.

Hours: 40 per week

Salary: £53,000 per year

Contract: Permanent

Please see the recruitment pack available to download below for further information and to assist with your application


Perks of working with us include:

  • 15% staff discount in our hospitality venues
  • Discounts at local businesses
  • Complimentary and discounted theatre tickets
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Help@Hand – remote GP, mental health and physio appointments
  • Corporate gym membership
  • Discounted Westfield Health Scheme
  • Discounted Parking
  • Life Assurance Benefit paid at twice the annual salary
  • Pension with employer contributions of up to 4% and opportunity to join the Salary Exchange scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Enhanced holiday allowance

Organisation

Sheffield Theatres

Salary (Exact)

£

Closing Date

24/03/2025

Contract Type

Permanent

Job Type

Backstage & Technical

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