Entertainment & Gaming Technician, Event Manager ​/ Planner

Combining technical and practical skills with teamwork and communication to open the new Soho Theatre Walthamstow.

This is a hugely exciting opportunity to be a key part of the team opening the new Soho Theatre Walthamstow. You will be integral in supporting activity of this beautiful Grade II listed building, including our 1000‑seat theatre as well as our studios and front‑of‑house spaces.

With the guidance and assistance of the Technical & Production Manager and Deputy Technical Manager you will be fundamental in mobilising Soho Theatre Walthamstow for a successful opening and launch. Following this, your technical expertise will be crucial in the set‑up and operation of our busy season of exciting performances and community programmes, working closely alongside a team of casual technicians to run our performances.

You will be relied upon to deliver the creative visions of artists in a safe and effective manner and assist with the successful running of the theatre’s busy programme, including all productions, events and projects. You will ensure our Health & Safety standards are met, creating a consistent, risk‑free and professional working environment building wide.

This role combines technical and practical skills with teamwork and communication, working and collaborating with technicians, artists and freelance creative teams.

• To programme/operate lighting, sound, AV and undertake Duty Tech responsibilities as required for shows and events in the main venue, studios or foyer space
• Be responsible for regular inspection, testing and maintenance of technical equipment, reporting any issues to the Technical and Production Manager
• Assist fellow technical crew with all aspects of Get In/Outs, Fit‑Ups and Turnarounds to schedule
• Safely undertake the rigging of LX, sound, AV and construction of scenic elements
• Assist with Digital and Podcast output

• Familiarise and adhere to show, area and equipment Risk Assessments whilst taking responsibility for housekeeping in backstage and public facing areas
• Act as a duty First Aider and Fire Marshal when required (training provided)
• Be a welcoming point of contact for receiving visiting companies, providing a health and safety induction when necessary
• Supervise casual and freelance technical staff
• Read and implement the Walthamstow H&S Policy

• Attend department/production and staff meetings to keep aware of the buildings schedule and news updates
• Support building and facilities tasks whenever possible
• Act as a key‑holder for the building
• Support the aims and objectives of Soho Theatre Company both internally and externally
• Act as an ambassador for Soho Theatre Walthamstow to all visitors to the building
• Any other duties the Technical & Production Manager or Deputy Technical Manager may reasonably require

• Ability to work in a fast paced, energetic and demanding environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the nous to engage with a wide range of people in a clear and effective manner
• Willingness and confidence to work unsupervised and with initiative
• Highly organised and self‑motivated
• Attention to detail in your work, with an understanding of the larger goal
• Friendly, approachable and supportive, with an interest in meeting new people
• A genuine interest in the arts sector

• Experience in a professional producing or receiving theatre and/or a qualification in technical theatre
• Experience of working with artists, performers, creatives and/or design teams to adapt a new or existing show, performance or event to a venue
• Rigging, operation and maintenance of theatrical lighting, sound, communications, special effects and AV equipment

• Automated Flying Systems, particularly Power Flying Hoists w/ GENESIS control system
• An understanding of computer networking and associated equipment
• Experience working on Events, Shows and Performances involving high profile acts
• An understanding of Engagement Projects and Theatre opportunities for the wider community

• Excellent time management and proven experience of working to a tight schedule
• Knowledge of…