Scenic Construction Technician Apprentice

Learn how to read, interpret and produce technical and construction drawings using AutoCad and Inventor for example, to ensure accurate fabrication of the Designer’s vision by the metalwork or carpentry teams Work closely with experienced fabricators to create custom pieces for scenic design projects You will learn various fabrication techniques that underpin a draughter’s understanding of metal and carpentry fabrication to safely create scenic elements, props and structures In Metalwork: this includes welding, cutting, forming In Carpentry: to measure, cut, drill, shape, join and fix wood and other construction components, using a range of fixing methods Assist in the assembly and installation of scenic elements at various locations Undertake repairs and maintenance of sets, sympathetic to the designer's brief, for revival productions to return them to the original design ensuring visual and structural integrity Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organised workspace Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines and quality standards Keep up to date with any new and improved ways of working and new theatre technology Have a positive and responsible attitude to health and safety Submit learning logs and diaries to the Apprenticeships Manager

Training:
You will be based at our purpose-built production workshop in the High House Production Park in Purfleet, Essex Your time will be split between the workshops and the Building Crafts College in Stratford, E15, where you will study for a Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship Standard Work is usually carried out at the carpentry and metalwork workshops in Purfleet, Essex, but you may occasionally be required to work at other venues Time at college will be in 2-3 week blocks

Training Outcome:
Able to secure an entry-level role in Scenic Construction / Technical Drawings or similar in the creative industries Put all the skills learnt at college into practice in a production workshop environment

Employer Description:
We bring together the world’s most extraordinary artists in live, streamed and broadcast events and performances that thrill, move and excite; that transport people to other worlds. Our theatres are in London’s Covent Garden but our work is accessed and experienced across the UK and globally through touring partnerships, cinema programmes, free outdoor screenings, radio, TV and live-streaming.

Working Hours :
Usually scheduled Monday - Friday with some work required out of these hours according to show production schedules. Shifts to e confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Previous woodwork experience,Enjoy working with your hands,Helpful, positive and flexible,Punctual,Self-motivated,Willing to work at height,Good spatial awareness,Respectful approach to safety,Previous metalwork experience,Technical Drawing experience