Technical/Tour Manager

Technical/Tour Manager

David Michael Productions Ltd. Closing date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Contract
UK-wide
  • Full time
  • £50k+

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

After eight hugely successful UK tours, Queenz is hitting the road again with a brand-new show, and we're looking for an experienced Technical/Tour Manager to join our touring company. Working alongside our Production Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering this spectacular production

Job Description

As technical manager, you will be responsible for all technical departments and technical elements of the production, working closely with the remote production manager & designers to deliver every performance to the highest technical standard.

- Take overall responsibility for the technical delivery of the production at each venue.
- Lead the technical get in, setup, checks, performance and get out.
- Ensure all departments are show-ready and the production is delivered consistently to a high standard.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and make effective decisions under time pressure.
- Take responsibility for the touring technical package and ensure equipment is maintained to a high standard.
- Oversee the safe and efficient loading and unloading of the production vehicle.
- Carry out daily checks and ensure faults or maintenance requirements are dealt with promptly.
- Maintain high standards of organisation, presentation and safe working throughout the tour.
- Overview advancing for each venue (tour advancing is done by remote production manager), confirming technical specifications, access, power, rigging & parking for bus and truck.
- Liaise with technical managers and production teams ahead of each performance.
- Communicate any technical changes or requirements to the touring team.
- Lead and coordinate the touring technical team across audio, lighting, video and stage.
- Work closely with the production manager to maintain the daily touring schedule.
- Brief venue Crue and coordinate venue staff during get-in and get-out.
- Liaise with bus and truck drivers to ensure everybody is aware of travel & parking plans.
- Having an awareness of day to day health and safety.

Renumeration - £1,200 per week
Tour Dates -
AUTUMN 2026 28 Sep- 10 Nov
SPRING 2027 26 Jan-27 March

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a Technical Manager or similar touring role, with a strong understanding of theatre and live production. You will be confident leading technical teams, liaising with venues and managing bus one-night get-ins and get-outs.

A good working knowledge of audio, lighting, video, networking and playback systems is essential alongside excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Technical/Tour Manager
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026
  • Location: UK-wide

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and CV to [email protected]

Closing date: 18th August 2026 at 8pm