15 HOURS PER WEEK (0.4 FTE)
£10,725 PER ANNUM (£26,457 FTE)
The successful applicant will take responsibility for the management of our theatres and performance spaces, equipment and technical resources, and will be at the heart of bringing our in-house productions, showcases and events to life, from design concept through to performance.
Working closely with teaching staff, visiting professionals and students, you will share your technical expertise through workshops and hands-on support, helping students develop the skills and confidence to work safely and effectively with theatre technology. You will enable the department to continue to deliver an inspiring, varied and high-quality learning experience, whilst maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.
We’re looking for a practical, collaborative and organised theatre technician who enjoys problem-solving and thrives in a busy creative environment. The role will involve some evening and weekend work to support performances and events.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent time management and a passion for working alongside creatives.
- Has experience working with lighting and audio systems within theatre & live music productions.
- Will maintain a high standard of work and professionalism, has the ability to work unsupervised and diligently and has a desire to increase knowledge and competences.
- Can provide technical support for rehearsals, live performances, productions, showcases and other college events, on-site and occasionally off-site.
- Can support in-house productions from initial design concept through to performance, including rigging sound and lighting, operating shows using QLab, setting up, operating and striking lighting, sound and staging equipment for performances/events
- Enjoys the construction, installation and maintenance of set, props and technical elements for productions where required.
About Hereford College of Arts
Hereford College of Arts is a vibrant, dedicated arts college with a specialist focus on Creative Media Production & Technology, Music, Performing Arts, and Creative Practice; Art, Design & Communication.
The HCA curriculum includes undergraduate and postgraduate degrees alongside a range of Further Education programmes and a wide-ranging short course programme. Our mission is to empower creativity and enrich our world through transformative arts education. We are proud of our rich history spanning over 170 years and our strategic vision for the future to develop and grow. Hereford city and the wider region are also full of ambition with a Cultural Partnership galvanising arts and collaboration across the region. We are rooted in an exceptional place and connected to the world.
HCA is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and staff are expected to share this commitment. This position is subject to Safer Recruitment procedures including criminal convictions, barred from working with children and overseas checks.