Sound Technician

To work alongside the Technical manager to provide technical services for performances, exhibitions, hires and events at the Arlington Arts Centre. 

Responsibilities

• To ensure that presentation of events is consistent and carries out to the highest possible standards

• To supervise Casual Technical staff

• Sound operation, setup & plan for live music events

• Help and assist companies to the stage for their event, including load-ins and get-outs

• Assist with seating and staging layout changes as required

• To undertake, if required, all manner of set refurbishment, painting, cleaning etc, and to assist with the maintenance of equipment within the Theatre

• To work safely at all times, adhering to Health and Safety at Work procedures

• To able to work at heights when required. 

Knowledge and Experience

• At least one year’s experience working in a theatre, Arts Centre or live music technical environment

• A good knowledge of theatre/event live sound equipment and practices 

• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures

• Ability to read and understand Technical plans 

• Awareness of Safeguarding requirements and good practice within an education setting

• Experience and operation of Allen & Heath Avantis console, Dante setup & use, D&B software.

• Knowledge of ETC Ion lighting desk / software

• IPAF Certificate

• First Aid at Work