Theatre Technician (Sound Bias)
The Other Palace Closing date: Fri, 22 May 2026
- Full time
- £25k-£30k
Thu, 07 May 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Our ideal candidate will have a strong Sound bias, however a basic understanding of both sound and LX is essential. With the main house, studio theatre, restaurant and bar, the theatre operates a busy programme of in-house productions, visiting shows and events.
The key elements of the role include:
Under the direction of the Technical Manager and Deputy Technical Manager, to achieve the technical requirements for each production and event as far as possible, within the parameters of budgets and Health & Safety considerations. This includes received shows, hires, and events, BKL productions and in-house productions.
Where required may have to attend maintenance calls, repair, inspection, and replacement of both
installed and loose technical equipment.
To undertake periodic H&S and operational checks including, lamp rounds, fire alarm tests, LOLER
inspections, PAT testing of technical equipment etc.
To undertake Get-ins, Fit-ups, technical rehearsals, performances, and Get-outs as required.
Job Requirements
Requirements include:
Demonstrable experience of working in technical theatre, or experience of touring drama, musicals, or live music performances.
Good demonstrable knowledge of all technical disciplines including basic rigging skills, stagecraft, and masking, moving lights, ETC lighting desks, sound system set-up, sound desk operation and Qlab playback operation.
A clear and solid understanding of applicable H&S legislation and best practices including Working at Height, LOWER, PUWER, PAT Testing, CDM regulations and working with electricity.
Experience of sound mixing for musicals or live music performance.
Working knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD or Vector works.
Excellent tact and skill in dealing with suppliers and external companies.
Basic Microsoft Office skills.
A good level of electrical safety at work knowledge, either to a recognized standard or to a competent level, Trained / qualified in PAT testing.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
To enforce and encourage good safe working practices within the department to maintain high production values and efficient working.
To be familiar with current Health & Safety regulations relevant to the industry and to keep abreast of changes and developments.
To ensure that all work undertaken throughout the theatre adheres to the in-house Health & Safety Policy and H&S regulations, with especial regard for loading and unloading equipment (from vehicles), manual handling, use of tools, working at height, electrical safety and use of access equipment. Alongside any other safe working practices within the department.
To support all productions to realise and deliver their technical requirements working alongside the Technical and Deputy Technical Manager and in-house technical team, with a particular focus on, with a particular focus on studio events and audiovisual requirements.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Theatre Technician (Sound Bias)
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Fri, 22 May 2026
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Location:
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Job: Theatre Technician (Sound Bias)
Job: Theatre Technician (Sound Bias)
Organisation: The Other Palace
Postcode: SW1E 5JA
How to Apply
Please send a CV and Cover Letter to the name and email below by 5pm on Friday 22 May 2026.
- Contact name: Ashley Pickles, Technical and Buildings Manager
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The Other Palace
The Other Palace is a theatre for discovering, developing, exploring and celebrating theatre. It’s a lively, friendly and inventive place where ideas can be shared and explored, and the next generation of theatre-makers are encouraged, supported and celebrated.