Head of Lighting and Video

2 months ago

London, United Kingdom Ambassador Theatre Group Full time

**Role**:
Technical Theatre
- **Salary**:
Weekly rate as per SOLT/BECTU Agreement.
- **Type**:
Fixed Term Contract - Full Time
- **Closing Date**:
25-03-2024 at 12:00
- **Location**:
65 Chandos Place
London
WC2N 4HG

**Head of Lighting and Video**

Book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, lyrics by Nell Benjamin and Directed and Choreographed by Casey Nicholaw - this musical will arrive in the West End in June 2024.

The **Head of Lighting & Video** is responsible for delivering and reproducing the creative aspiration of the Video Designer, Lighting Designer and the Associate Lighting Designer. Lighting responsibilities include:

- Maintaining the creative look of the production including regular show watches and followspot noting.
- Establish robust methodology and procedures for the load in in conjunction with the senior production electrician, and ensure all staff are fully briefed on any plan.
- Direct and lead the team, taking care of staff welfare.
- Responsible for the safe operation of all LX and video hired/sub hired equipment. Report any issues to the production manager. If swap outs are required, organise proactively and efficiently to support the production.
- Undertake all LX and video checks and ensure these are complete prior to each rehearsal and/or performance. Troubleshoot as necessary. Develop a thorough knowledge of all equipment.
- Ensure that any backstage lighting, wing workers and quick change lighting is in place and operational.
- Check the houselight operation before each performance. Where possible ensure venue ambient lighting is extinguished/reduced to support the overall look of the show.
- Schedule staff and equipment to be ready for each call.
- Operate the lighting console for each show, organise cover as required.
- Order and keep accurate stock records of all consumables. Ensure any purchases are agreed with the production office and any supplies from vendors requested in a timely fashion.
- Oversee the maintenance of hired lighting and video equipment/and or show owned equipment. Develop systems and implement inspection and maintenance procedures for all electrical and motorised equipment. Keep updated maintenance and inspection records.

The ideal applicant should have a good grasp of theatre video hardware, an aptitude to learn new software and workflows, and an attention to detail. Video responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

- Powering on, checking the system and running the show
- Performing routine maintenance of computers, rack equipment and LED screens
- Working with rental partners to service and replace faulty hardware
- Photograph understudies and new cast members for content requirements

A knowledge of the following hardware is preferable:

- Disguise media server
- EOS lighting console
- Brompton LED processor
- Roe LED tiles
- Lightware matrices (with 4k 10-bit pipeline)
- Adder XDIP KVM systems
- Netgear AV range
- BlackMagic Studio Cameras

Experience on a large-scale production is essential.
- ** Start Date**: WC 29nd April 2024, or thereabouts
- ** Please Note**: All applicants must be able to commit to the full contract and must have the right to work in the UK.
- ** Job Location**: West End London
- ** Salary**: Weekly rate as per SOLT/BECTU Agreement.
- ** Weekly Hours**: 6 day working weeks; 8 shows per week plus maintenance and understudy calls.
- ** Application Deadline**: Monday 25th March 2024, midday

**Closing Date**:
25-03-2024 at 12:00

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