Creative Venue Technician

Find out more and apply for our Creative Venue Technician Apprenticeship

£7.55 per hour

Burnley, BB11 1BH

18 Months

Creative Venue Technician

Find out more and apply for our Creative Venue Technician Apprenticeship

Apply now

£7.55 per Hour

Burnley, BB11 1BH

18 months

Summary

About Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Burnley Mechanics Theatre is a magnificent Grade 2 Star listed building opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth in 1986 to present the absolute best in entertainment, special events and community activities in the town.

Inside you will find a modern, multipurpose venue offering impressive performance spaces, state-of-the art technical facilities and several comfortable and relaxing spaces to drink, dine and meet friends. This historic venue has played host to some of the finest talent ranging from Sir Ian McKellen, The Osmonds, John Bishop, Alan Carr, Lee Nelson, Tim Vine, the stars of Strictly Come Dancing and our fabulous local societies; Burnley Light Opera and Burnley Pantomime Society.

The Mechanics is also the number one choice for the areas many superb dance and theatre schools to showcase their emerging talent.

Job Overview

Set up for shows and events.
Learn about stage lighting, sound equipment, stage and construction problem solving.
Develop knowledge of how theatre, culture, the arts and entertainment work.
Learn and attend health and safety training in line with the position.
Embrace our commitment for delivering a quality and supportive service to visiting artists, hirers and visiting companies.

Outline of role

We are looking for someone who wants to learn how to;

Learn how to use sound and lighting (working with microphones, cables, stage lights and sound equipment)
Set up for shows and events.
Have an interest and excitement to work with national and international music and entertainment artists regularly.
Have determination, ambition, and eagerness to learn.
Develop their knowledge of how theatre, arts and entertainment work
Learn and attend health and safety training in line with the position
Embrace our commitment for delivering a quality and supportive service to visiting artists, hirers and visiting companies.

Key tasks

It is essential you have the ability to;

Carry out manual handling and work in a safe and efficient manner
Be punctual and able to work evenings and weekends regularly
Have a natural interest in theatre, arts, live music and entertainment

We will help you develop;

Opportunity to use professional lighting and sound equipment
Opportunity to gain qualifications related to the post (electrical, theatre based)
A professional manner allowing you to work with national and international music and entertainment artists regularly.

As part of your employment we want you to learn as much as possible and to achieve your goals in a future career in the arts and entertainment industry.

Summary

About Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Inside you will find a modern, multipurpose venue offering impressive performance spaces, state-of-the art technical facilities and several comfortable and relaxing spaces to drink, dine and meet friends. This historic venue has played host to some of the finest talent ranging from Sir Ian McKellen, The Osmonds, John Bishop, Alan Carr, Lee Nelson, Tim Vine, the stars of Strictly Come Dancing and our fabulous local societies; Burnley Light Opera and Burnley Pantomime Society.

The Mechanics is also the number one choice for the areas many superb dance and theatre schools to showcase their emerging talent.

Job Overview

Set up for shows and events.
Learn about stage lighting, sound equipment, stage and construction problem solving.
Develop knowledge of how theatre, culture, the arts and entertainment work.
Learn and attend health and safety training in line with the position.
Embrace our commitment for delivering a quality and supportive service to visiting artists, hirers and visiting companies.

Outline of role

We are looking for someone who wants to learn how to;

Learn how to use sound and lighting (working with microphones, cables, stage lights and sound equipment)
Set up for shows and events.
Have an interest and excitement to work with national and international music and entertainment artists regularly.
Have determination, ambition, and eagerness to learn.
Develop their knowledge of how theatre, arts and entertainment work
Learn and attend health and safety training in line with the position
Embrace our commitment for delivering a quality and supportive service to visiting artists, hirers and visiting companies.

Key Tasks

It is essential you have the ability to;

Carry out manual handling and work in a safe and efficient manner
Be punctual and able to work evenings and weekends regularly
Have a natural interest in theatre, arts, live music and entertainment

We will help you develop;

Opportunity to use professional lighting and sound equipment
Opportunity to gain qualifications related to the post (electrical, theatre based)
A professional manner allowing you to work with national and international music and entertainment artists regularly.

As part of your employment we want you to learn as much as possible and to achieve your goals in a future career in the arts and entertainment industry.

To apply you need:

Please send a CV and covering letter to express your interest in this vacancy.

Apply now

To apply you need:

Please send a CV and covering letter to express your interest in this vacancy.

Apply now

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Experience:

Worked or volunteered.
In Amateur Theatre, As Stage/Lighting or Sound crew.

This role would suit someone who;

Has the ability to carry out manual handling safely, able to work at heights, is an excellent communicator and a true team player. Work often needs to be done quickly and quietly.
You need to be reliable, trustworthy and punctual and be able to work evenings and weekends regularly. (often between 11pm and 1am finishes)
You must be keen to learn and adapt to a busy theatre environment and thrive on a challenge.
Good verbal communication skills.
A flexible and positive attitude to work.
Must be prepared to undertake relevant training.
Have a sense of humour and enjoy working in a close knit team.

Additional information:

This role will involve evening and weekend work regularly; most performances are at weekends so it is important you have the ability to travel to and from work.
This position will involve working with strobe lighting and effects.
This position will involve working in a noisy environment.

Suitable DBS clearance will be needed on request.

Desired Skills required:

Good knowledge of computers, technically minded, problem solving and be able to adapt to different roles quickly.

Desired Personal qualities required:

Must be able to carry out manual handling safely and work at height.
Able to work evenings and weekend regularly. (unsocial hours)
Have suitable transport or means of transport to and from the theatre especially at night or early mornings.
Suitable DBS Clearance on request.
Is physically fit.
Ability to work as a team.

Ability to learn and understand the use of complex equipment and its application. (Computer lighting and sound desks)

Desired Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Math and English C or above.
Four GCSEs grade C or above to include English, Math’s, IT Skills, ICT and Science subject.

Experience:

Worked or volunteered.
In Amateur Theatre, As Stage/Lighting or Sound crew.
Musician or Performer
Worked setting up for events and productions at a youth club or youth theatre or similar.
Assisted with school/college productions and award events, open days and evenings.

Other Important Information

Must be able to work evenings and weekend regularly.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Experience:

Worked or volunteered.
In Amateur Theatre, As Stage/Lighting or Sound crew.

This role would suit someone who;

Has the ability to carry out manual handling safely, able to work at heights, is an excellent communicator and a true team player. Work often needs to be done quickly and quietly.
You need to be reliable, trustworthy and punctual and be able to work evenings and weekends regularly. (often between 11pm and 1am finishes)
You must be keen to learn and adapt to a busy theatre environment and thrive on a challenge.
Good verbal communication skills.
A flexible and positive attitude to work.
Must be prepared to undertake relevant training.
Have a sense of humour and enjoy working in a close knit team.

Additional information:

This role will involve evening and weekend work regularly; most performances are at weekends so it is important you have the ability to travel to and from work.
This position will involve working with strobe lighting and effects.
This position will involve working in a noisy environment.

Suitable DBS clearance will be needed on request.

Desired Skills Required

Good knowledge of computers, technically minded, problem solving and be able to adapt to different roles quickly.

Desired Personal Qualities Required

Must be able to carry out manual handling safely and work at height.
Able to work evenings and weekend regularly. (unsocial hours)
Have suitable transport or means of transport to and from the theatre, especially at night or early mornings.
Suitable DBS Clearance on request.
Is physically fit.
Ability to work as a team.

Ability to learn and understand the use of complex equipment and its application. (Computer lighting and sound desks)

Desired Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Math and English C or above.
Four GCSEs grade C or above to include English, Math’s, IT Skills, ICT and Science subject.

Experience:

Worked or volunteered.
In Amateur Theatre, As Stage/Lighting or Sound crew.
Musician or Performer
Worked setting up for events and productions at a youth club or youth theatre or similar.
Assisted with school/college productions and award events, open days and evenings.

Other Important Information

Must be able to work evenings and weekend regularly.

£7.55 per hour

Burnley, BB11 1BH

18 Months

£7.55 per Hour

Burnley, BB11 1BH

18 months

Summary

About Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Job Overview

Outline of role

Key tasks

Summary

To apply you need:

To apply you need:

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Desired Skills required:

Desired Personal qualities required:

Desired Qualifications:

Other Important Information

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Desired Skills Required

Desired Personal Qualities Required

Desired Qualifications:

Other Important Information

Other benefits we offer:

Other benefits we offer: