Creative Industries Production Venue Technician L3 Apprenticeship

Chichester Festival Theatre is recruiting for a Technical Theatre Apprentice to join them from September, to work in a busy Production department across lighting, sound and stage.

This opportunity provides experience, skills, knowledge and formal training whilst working on a range of professional theatre productions across our three stages and elsewhere.

The Technical Theatre Apprenticeship post suits those who have finished their full-time education and are looking for the next step. This role is aimed at a practically minded, energetic and committed person who is passionate about theatre and live arts.

No previous experience in theatre or live events is necessary for this role, just a passion and interest in theatre.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop the necessary practical skills to be able to rig, focus, operate, construct and maintain lighting equipment Develop the necessary practical skills to be able to rig, focus, operate, construct and maintain sound and video equipment Develop the necessary practical skills to be able to construct, maintain and operate theatrical scenery and flying systems Develop the skills to interpret plans and specifications, respond to design requirements and meet deadlines -Assist with production get ins and get outs including the safe and efficient loading and unloading of vehicles Learn to use a variety of tools and access equipment safely and competently Learn to work at height and in hazardous locations safely, using appropriate PPE as required Assist in the safe and effective management of theatre storage systems and maintain a tidy workspace Undertake duties on live performances such as show operation, creating and working to a cue sheet and performing pre-show and post-show checks Learn to adhere to Health and Safety legislation and understand its application in the live events industry Learn about the wider theatre and live events industry, including relevant legislation, unions and industry bodies Develop the necessary skills to work co-operatively with colleagues or to work autonomously following a brief Keep up to date with technical and production developments in the live arts through independent reading and research Attend Chichester College seminars and commit to course study to complete a level 3 Apprenticeship Undertake an end point assessment as part of the level 3 Apprenticeship Work closely with the nominated workplace mentor at CFT who will support the apprentice with completion of their coursework and portfolio Undertake any additional training required by Chichester College in the form of functional skills (Mathematics and English) Be aware of the work of the other departments in the achievement of CFT’s objectives Take an active part in communicating and co-operating with other staff and departments Follow guidelines, procedures and policies provided by the company in relation to financial management and personnel records Work in accordance with CFT’s Equal Opportunities policy Be aware of, and comply with, the rules and legislation pertaining to Health and Safety at work Take part in such working groups and committees as might from time to time be required for the fulfilment of departmental and/or CFT’s objectives Be an active ambassador for CFT, its aims, objectives and values Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times Commit to CFT’s environmental policies to reach net zero and collaborate with us in finding innovative solutions towards more sustainable theatre-making Technical Apprenticeships at CFT are hands-on, paid, working roles, learning all the skills required of a professional Technician equipping them to enter the industry after the fixed two-year term

Training:

The successful candidates will receive a nationally recognised Level 3 Creative Industries Production Technician Apprenticeship qualification, whilst working with some of the most eminent industry professionals in the country.

Training Outcome:

All previous CFT apprentices have gone on to work professionally across the Performing Arts industry including on tours and in the West End in a variety of roles.

Employer Description:
Chichester Festival Theatre is a world-class theatre whose mission is to bring together people from all walks of life, providing a space where experiences are created and shared, and where everyone can find their place. Placing creativity at the heart of everything we do, put simply our aim is to inspire and delight everyone we meet

Working Hours :
40 hours per week over 6 days including weekends and unsocial hours. Included in this will be one day at Chichester College.

Skills:
Technical Theatre Interest,Enthusiastic,Willing to learn,Committed,Flexible approach,Punctual,Good Work Ethic,Good Time Management,Computer Literate,Good Physical Fitness,Works Independently,Team Player,Capable,Used to Hand Tools,Good Communication,Reliable