Join the Layered Reality Team
Join the Layered Reality team as a Technical Manager at The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience, where innovation meets entertainment. Layered Reality is a pioneer in immersive entertainment, blending captivating storytelling, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional customer service. Our unique approach combines live theatre, digital technology (virtual reality, projection mapping, and holograms), and physical sensations (sight, sound, smell, touch, and movement) to craft unforgettable immersive experiences.
Position Summary
As manager of the Technical department, you will play an important role in ensuring the seamless, safe, and efficient day-to-day operation of our immersive experience. The Technical Manager will:
1. Lead planned and reactive maintenance throughout the experience.
2. Ensure the day-to-day operation is running safely, smoothly, and efficiently.
3. Operate the master show control system during live shows, encompassing traditional technologies such as lighting, sound, and AV, as well as immersive-specific components.
4. Facilitate communication between the cast and crew.
Your enthusiasm, precision, and eye for detail will leave a lasting impact in our unique immersive setting, where entertainment meets cutting-edge technology.
Scope & Responsibilities
Managing the technical operations, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the department. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Team coordination and completing reports on a daily and weekly basis.
2. Devising and delivering training initiatives.
3. Scheduling and executing maintenance tasks.
4. Leading regular team meetings to ensure alignment and progress.
5. Ensuring the safe operation of all show elements, including lighting, sound, video projection, and venue automation.
6. Troubleshooting any technical challenges during live show operations.
Your ability to articulate ideas effectively, both orally and in written form, will be crucial in this role.
Background Experience
We want fun, dynamic, and friendly personalities to join our team. You will be highly self-motivated with a can-do attitude whilst ensuring all our guests are wowed the moment they step inside our doors by providing the highest standards of production. You will be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge in:
1. Audio, Video, Lighting, timecode, Dante, and QLab operation.
2. Previous experience in theatre, events, or visitor attractions is preferable, but not essential.
What we value most is your passion and potential.
Desired Attributes
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in a supervisory/management position.
2. Skills and knowledge to manage technical operations.
3. A positive attitude and a dedication to maintaining high production values.
4. Excellent verbal communication skills.
5. Experience working with Virtual Reality.
6. Attention to detail and ability to multitask efficiently.
7. Understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance.
8. Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
9. The ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
10. Strong problem-solving skills.
11. Confidence in working as part of a team and independently.
12. Flexibility to work various shifts, including daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Job Details
Job Title: Technical Manager
Responsible To: General Manager
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Probation: 3 Months
Pay: £32k-£36k plus benefits
Location: Aldgate, EC3A 2BJ
Diversity & Inclusion
At Layered Reality, we embrace the power of diversity because we believe that our differences are what make us strong. Inclusion is at the heart of our values because we understand that to truly connect with our guests, we must first connect with each other. Join us in celebrating diversity and inclusion as we embark on a journey to create immersive entertainment that resonates with every individual.
Application Process
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV along with a Covering Letter that outlines what you can bring to the role and why you would like to work for Layered Reality. We look forward to receiving your application!
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