Deputy Head of Automation - Charing Cross, United Kingdom - Ambassador Theatre Group

Ambassador Theatre Group

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Charing Cross, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Role:

Technical Theatre

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Salary:

Weekly salary as per the SOLT/BECTU agreement.

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Type:

Fixed Term Contract - Full Time

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Closing Date: at 12:00

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Location:
5th Floor, 65 Chandos Place
London
Greater London
WC2N 4HG

Based on an original new story by J.K.

Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, this new play by Jack Thorne received its world premiere in London's West End at the Palace Theatre in summer 2016.

The critically acclaimed production is the most awarded West End play in the history of the Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards including Best New Play and Best Director in 2017.

Your duties and responsibilities will be those normally expected of a Deputy Head of Automation on a first-class West End production, including the maintenance and operation of the automation equipment, overseeing the automation operation and working within a team to ensure that the show's automation requirements remain true to the original concept.

Experience in automation and performer flying systems within the theatre industry is essential, as well as a Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting automation control systems, particularly STS & FOYS.

Experience in a similar position on a large-scale production is essential.

Start Date:
August 2024.

Please Note:
All applicants must be able to commit to the full contract.

Job Location:
West End London.

Contract Type:
A year contract with the possibility to extend.

Weekly Hours: 8 shows per week plus maintenance and rehearsal calls.

Closing Date:

at 12:00