Theatre Technician
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To plan, co-ordinate, source and operate the technical (i.e. lighting/sound etc.) requirements for the
curricular and the co-curricular Barker Performing Arts’ programmes and productions.
- To assist with the technical aspects of creating professional looking performance works which could
also include stage design, scheduling, prop management and student tech-crew supervision.
- To be a part of a creative, professional team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and assist with
maintaining performance venues and workshop spaces.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with the Head of Drama and other Theatre Technician to:
- Plan, organise and implement the operation and maintenance of performance-related equipment in
performance venues/drama studios, including lights and lighting consoles, sound equipment etc.
(incl. MA3, Ion or any other required show consoles)
- Design, plan and rig the technical requirements for theatrical productions/performances, including
programming the lights/sound for each show with student technicians and to assist them with timing,
cueing and final programming.
- Coordinate with Drama Department on use of technical equipment, venues etc.
- Ensure proper safety practices and procedures are followed, including duty of care of students,
isolating fire alarms, toolbox talks etc. as per WHS expectations.
- Be on site (at times after-hours) to schedule and supervise rehearsals and performances in order to
manage technical and/or other aspects of shows as required.
- Plan and implement technical expectations for showcase evenings and other performances
throughout the year, which could include Music/Dance concerts and one-off events.
- Keep an accurate account of expenses incurred and to allocate them to the necessary budget.
- Co-ordinate the basic bump-out post show and return each venue to standard rig as soon as
practicable.
- Assist in facilitating technical support for teachers’, which may mean carrying out demonstrations in
teaching sessions, and/or providing technical theatre advice and assistance for students and staff in
curricular as well as co-curricular projects
- Communicate with facilities managers and/or IT about new technology etc. for performance venues
- Assist with whole of school events, as required.
- Any other duties as required by the Head of Drama and the other Theatre Technician.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role
- Expertise in the use of a variety of theatrical, performance-related equipment (incl. QLab, MA3, Ion
or other required show consoles)
- Highly developed communication and organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines and
prioritise
- Creative flair with a theatrical understanding for performance work
