Summary
We are recruiting two full-time Technical Apprentices to join the Technical team at the Marlowe Theatre. The ideal candidates will creatively support the Marlowe’s technical team in maintaining our own productions and the high-profile tours that we receive.
Annual wage
£23,151.49 a year
We are a Real Living Wage Employer
Training course
Creative industries production technician (level 3)
Hours
The Marlowe’s performances happen mostly in the evenings and at weekends. In order to deliver the best service to our customers, all of our posts, whether frontline, strategic, planning or support roles, require some evening and weekend working. Shifts to be confirmed.
37 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 14 April
Duration
2 years
Positions available
2
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
* Creatively support and deliver the Marlowe’s own live performance productions
* Contribute to the upkeep of the Marlowe venue and touring production sets and equipment
* Read, interpret, and give appropriate technical advice to colleagues and clients
* Work in a safe and legal way to comply with regulatory and legislative requirements and industry best practice
* Develop effective working relationships both internally and externally
* To drive your own career and skills development, making the most of the opportunities made available to you
* To live and represent the Marlow
Where you’ll work
THE MARLOWE THEATRE
THE FRIARS
CANTERBURY
KENT
CT1 2AS
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED
Your training course
Creative industries production technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
* Prepare system specifications and drawings.
* Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
* Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
* Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
* Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
* Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
* Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
* Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
* Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
* Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
* Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
* Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
* Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
* Prepare written information and reports.
* Comply with creative venue budgetary and financial management protocols.
* Undertake set and change scenes in live performance – setting and striking scenic elements under show conditions.
* Operate suspension systems.
* Undertake stage crafts such as basic scenic construction, carpentry, metalwork, stage machinery, props, scene changes, knots and terminations.
* Trouble shoot, fault find and carry out basic repairs to creative venue and production systems.
* As directed, inspect, test and maintain creative venue systems and production systems.
* Program and operate production control consoles. Undertake cueing and operation during the live performance or event.
* Trouble shoot, fault find and repair at sub assembly and component level.
* Calibrate equipment and systems to meet production requirements.
* Identify, specify and use components, systems and products applicable for the environment.
* Identify and undertake servicing requirements in line with manufacturer recommendations.
* Achieve effective network connectivity across live event systems.
* Identify required packing space for equipment and for truck packs.
* Prepare and operate lifting and ground rigging equipment.
* Program and operate lighting control systems.
* Assess and monitor power supply systems, installing wiring for practicals and equipment as required.
* Prepare, set and operate lighting equipment to create the desired effect.
* Manipulate and modify lighting, using diffusion materials, filters or reflectors to create the desired effect.
* Adapt lighting to meet short notice creative changes in the production design or script.
* Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems.
* Identify the dangers and restrictions in the use of battery supplies including charging and mitigate for these.
* Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
* Prepare system specifications and drawings.
* Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
* Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
* Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
* Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
* Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
* Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
* Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
* Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
* Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
* Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
* Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
* Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
* Prepare written information and reports.
Your training plan
Alongside working with our dynamic and resilient technical team you will develop a broad range of technical skills and knowledge. The successful apprentices will complete the Level 3 Creative Industries Production Technician – Creative Venue Technician pathway. Learning will take place on-site in the theatre and online with your apprenticeship provider, Access Industry.
More training information
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Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Good interpersonal skills
* Theatre production skills
* Approachable
* Outgoing
* Collaborative
* Passionate about theatre
* Basic level of general theatre
* Awareness of health and safety
* Knowledge of theatre industry
* Worked on performances
* Worked on productions
Other requirements
Level 4 or above at GCSE in Maths and English is preferable. If you are successfully shortlisted you will be required to complete a skill scan and your contact details will be shared with Access Industry. Please note, without the skill scan your application will not be taken forward.