Job Description

UWCSEA Dover is looking for a Relief Technician to start as soon as possible, for a 4 weeks contract (extendable if required).

The primary purpose and function of this role is to provide technical and design support to events, with a specific focus on sound and projection design. These events include Drama productions, Primary Arts Festivals, GC and other events as determined by the Head of Drama.

Main Responsibilities

• Design sound and projection for events, particularly Drama productions, working in conjunction with teacher directors
• Training and supervising students in running sound and projection for events
• Maintain and manage the College\xe2\x80\x99s theatre resources, equipment and inventory, including maintenance of stores
• Maintain and manage, in coordination with the Head of Drama, the sound strand of the Drama Productions budget
• Technically coordinate productions, events and arts festivals
• Manage the live and recorded sound setup and mixing for events

Person Specifications

• Min. Diploma or professional certificate in relevant area of technical expertise, particularly lighting, sound or stage/production management
• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
• Sound and projection design and operation skills are essential and an understanding of theatre lighting would be a bonus
• Proficient with Qlab, Millumin and other similar applications would be advantageous
• Safe working practices, especially with regards to working at height, are essential
• Ability to work with appropriate document and spreadsheet software to effectively coordinate and plan is essential
• Ability to communicate with teacher-directors, event coordinators, students, other departments, outside contractors and Facilities is essential
• Strong organisational skills to manage workflow, budgets and demands on time are essential
• Ability to work creatively to solve design challenges and support the work of teacher-directors and event coordinators with innovative approaches to sound is highly advantageous
• Ability to set up and work with digital audio editing and manipulation and wireless audio networks would be highly advantageous
• Collaborative skills of working as part of a team to support the productions and events as required are highly advantageous
• Advanced practical skills of video editing and projection mapping skills would be highly advantageous
• Experience working with young people is a distinct advantage
• Enthusiasm for working with young people is essential

Application

UWCSEA welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.

UWCSEA is an equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from those who wish to join a community which is inclusive, and which celebrates diversity.

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