Technical/Tour Manager
David Michael Productions Ltd. Closing date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026
- Full time
- £50k+
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
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
- Contact name: Kieran Powell
- Contact email: [email protected]
About David Michael Productions Ltd.
David Michael Productions are a boutique production company producing theatre tours around the UK and internationally