Technician - Soho Theatre

Technician - Soho Theatre

Soho Theatre Company Closing date: Sun, 17 May 2026

Artform: Combined arts
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Temporary
London

Fri, 08 May 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

The Technician role combines technical and practical skills with teamwork and communication, working alongside other technicians, artists and freelance creative teams.

Job Description

PROGRAMME
To provide a constant, professional and friendly point of contact for visiting companies, artists, external hire clients and their representatives
Assist with the regular and proper maintenance, inspection and testing of production and building technical equipment, ensuring it meets industry and manufacturer standards
To programme lighting and sound as required by all shows and events
Assist with get-ins, fit-ups and get outs
Ensure safe rigging of lighting / sound / video equipment / effects, and construction of scenery
Ensure good housekeeping is maintained in all technical and backstage areas
Create / sign off risk assessments, ensuring control measures are adequate, achievable and adhered to at all times
Supervise casual technical staff

PERFORMANCE TIMES
Be the main point of contact representing the Technical Department for productions and Soho Theatre Staff when acting as Duty Technician
Ensure performance times run safely, smoothly and efficiently
As required, operate performances, oversee and assist with turnarounds and report on issues noted
Act as Fire Marshall and assist as required in the event of an evacuation

BUILDING
Support the Building and Facilities Manager to maintain the building and plant equipment, assisting with routine day-to-day maintenance as required.
Ensure that all public areas of the building are kept clear and comply with Soho's building Entertainment license and Health & Safety Policy
Act as a key-holder

HEALTH AND SAFETY
Read and actively implement Soho Theatre's Health & Safety Policy in all areas
Ensure all work is carried out in a safe and secure manner and inform the Technical & Production Manager in the case of any uncertainty
Ensure that all incoming companies are provided with a full Health & Safety induction on arrival, and technical company members are given a technical induction / toolbox talk
Act as an appointed First Aider

Job Requirements

Essential Skills
Knowledge of ETC lighting desks, including plotting moving lights
Knowledge of sound consoles and QLab software
Ability to interpret technical drawings and sound/video/lighting plans
Ability to work at height safely and with confidence
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and with authority and to lead by example
An awareness of the access requirements that may be presented by artists and patrons, and to identify reasonable adjustments to make their time here safe and comfortable
Excellent attention to detail and time management

Essential Experience
Experience in a professional producing or receiving theatre and/or a qualification in technical theatre
Experience of liaising with artists
Rigging, operation and maintenance of theatrical lighting, sound, communications, special effects and video equipment
Desirable Experience
Advanced knowledge of theatrical sound systems
Awareness of networking for technical theatre infrastructure

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Technician - Soho Theatre
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Combined arts
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Sun, 17 May 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Technician - Soho Theatre

Job: Technician - Soho Theatre

Organisation: Soho Theatre Company

Postcode: W1D 3NE

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