Download Responsible to: HEAD OF LIGHTING

Royal Court Theatre
Sloane Square, London, SW1W 9AS
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The Jerwood Theatres at the Royal Court Theatre
The English Stage Company Limited at the Royal Court Theatre
Registered in England & Wales company number 539332
Registered charity number 231242 VAT number 238 9311 47
The Royal Court is the writers’ theatre. It is the leading force in World theatre for vigorously cultivating writers – undiscovered,
new and established. Through the writers we are at the forefront of creating restless, alert, provocative theatre about now.
We seek stories from everywhere and create theatre for everyone and we see our audience as one of our chief collaborators.
Applications are invited for the post of:
Deputy Head of Lighting
Responsible to:
HEAD OF LIGHTING
The Royal Court is the home of the English Stage Company Limited (ESC) and is the UK’s leading theatre dedicated
to new writing.
Up to 16 plays a year are staged between two theatre spaces (the Jerwood Theatre Downstairs and the Jerwood
Theatre Upstairs) at the Royal Court’s home on Sloane Square. Over 100,000 people visit the Royal Court every
year and over 100,000 more see our work elsewhere, including transfers to the West End and New York, National
and International touring, online projects and London residencies in Tottenham and Pimlico.
A significant amount of play development activity takes place year-round. This work aims to find and nurture the
most talented new writers and develop the highest quality plays, for which the Royal Court is internationally
renowned. There is an ongoing programme of writers’ attachments, readings, workshops and playwriting groups.
The Royal Court Theatre also has two commercial subsidiaries, Royal Court Theatre Productions Ltd (RCTP), which
facilitates the transfer of Royal Court productions to the West End and ESC Catering Limited set up to run the
catering operation at the theatre.
Main Purpose
The Deputy Head of Lighting supports the Head of Lighting in the delivery and management of technical lighting
requirements for all ESC productions across two theatres and related projects, contributing to and upholding the
highest production values on all ESC shows and ensuring all technical work is undertaken safely and efficiently and
within allocated resources.
As the Lighting Department takes over the management of video content in our productions we will require
someone who is comfortable and confident in theatrical video techniques and equipment.
This is a key role within the Production team at the Royal Court, combining excellent technical ability with the
people skills and experience to support the Head of Lighting in the management of a team of 4.
The role also involves day to day running and maintenance for the building electrical systems.
Key responsibilities:
Productions
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Working with the head of lighting in organising the efficient running of the lighting department on all
productions, events and hires within the Royal Court programme
Deputising for the Head of Lighting as necessary reporting back all relevant issues
Working with the lighting & set designer of each production in realising their design
Managing and running lighting and AV budgets for productions to which you are assigned
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Updating drawings and lighting documentation using Vectorworks & Lightwright
Archiving show information for future use outside of the building
Programming the lighting console for productions/hires/Events in the Jerwood Theatre Upstairs and Jerwood
Theatre Downstairs when needed.
Supervision of the Lighting Technicians working on and operating specific projects and productions
Liaison with visiting companies regarding all electrical, lighting and AV matters
Building and maintaining a good working relationship with contractors and suppliers used by the production
department generally.
Assisting the Head of Lighting and the Head of Production with the management of energy consumption and
to continue exploring green issues within the company
Departmental Management
 Supporting the Head of Lighting in the day to day management of the permanent and freelance lighting crew
 Assisting with the running of the annual appraisal process and monitoring training needs within the team.
 Supervise staff working on rigging and general maintenance
 Providing support for other technical and general departments if required.
Maintenance
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Overseeing and managing the lighting department’s maintenance periods each year
Taking responsibility for the maintenance of all equipment associated with the lighting department, including
PAT testing within the building, both Production and non production equipment
Maintaining the day to day running of the lighting department workshops and stock including tapes, building &
theatre lamps, hardware and colour
Sharing responsibility with the Head of Lighting for the electrical installations of wiring and special projects,
ensuring all annual inspections take place
Helping to manage the maintenance of the buildings lighting and low voltage electrical systems
Building and maintaining a good working relationship with contractors and suppliers used by the lighting
department
Health and Safety
 Supporting the Head of Lighting in ensuring the best health and safety practice at all times
 Ensuring the workshop and all areas under the Lighting department’s control are kept clear, clean and tidy at
all times.
 Undertaking risk assessments for all aspects of work undertaken by the Lighting team, when required to do
so by the Production Managers or the Head of Lighting
 Actively promoting a positive Health and Safety culture and environment at all times when working at the
Royal Court or elsewhere on behalf of the company.
 Being fully conversant with the Royal Court’s health and safety policy and supporting key staff with overall
responsibility for management of health and safety.
 Acting as an appointed first aider and Fire Marshall if required (training provided)
Sustainability
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Supporting the Head of Lighting in upholding the Royal Court’s sustainability policy, ensuring we continue to
work sustainably and strive to reduce energy consumption and manage resources responsibly
Working with the lighting team to ensure the department remains committed to sustainable practices and
contributing to the ongoing development of our practice by suggesting new initiatives.
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General
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Keeping up to date with current lighting technology and best practice.
Attending fortnightly department meeting, deputising the running of meetings in the absences of the Head of
Lighting
Providing ongoing guidance, support & training to other technicians within the lighting department
Working on projects in conjunction with other departments within the building, and supporting the Theatre
Manager and FOH / Bar and Kitchen staff on external hires and one off projects.
Attending regular production and staff meetings as required.
Play an active part in the development, promotion and implementation of company policies, access, health
and safety, equality and diversity.
To carry out any other duties required by the theatre in pursuance of the above objectives.
Personal specification:
Essential:
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Previous experience of working at a senior level in a lighting team, ideally within a producing theatre.
Experience of working with professional lighting designers on large scale productions is essential, with an
approachable and supportive nature, sympathetic to the designers’ visions and concepts
A solid understanding of the production process.
Strong knowledge and experience of using ETC Eos Family Consoles
Experience of working with moving Lights and LED fixtures including ETC Lustrs ,VL1000s & Source 4
Revolutions
A good working knowledge of video installation and equipment and the delivery of video design.
Knowledge and experience of touring / relighting
Experience of managing and running medium to large teams
Excellent communications skills
Strong IT skills Including Microsoft Office, Vectorworks, Lightwright
A positive attitude and willingness to support and help other staff members, regardless of department, is
required at all times.
Ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast paced environment
Experience in building electrical maintenance
A keen interest in new technology and industry trends
Desirable:
 Formal electrical qualification
 IPAF
 Harness trained
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Terms & Conditions:
The rates of pay, conditions of employment, and overtime agreement conform in principle to the prevailing
SOLT/BECTU terms and conditions. Inevitably there are a few areas where Royal Court working practices vary from
those in the SOLT/BECTU agreement, and these can be clarified on request.
Title of post:
Deputy Head of Lighting
Hours:
Salary:
40 hours per week, 5 Days a week
£556.35 Per Week (BECTU Grade 2) Overtime as per SOLT/BECTU agreement.
Holiday entitlement:
20 days per year, plus 8 days for statutory holidays
Contract:
Permanent, subject to a six month probationary period.
Notice period:
6 weeks
Pension:
The Royal Court operates a contributory company pension scheme for all permanent
employees. The company contribution is capped at 5% of basic salary. The employee is free
to contribute at any level.
We also operate an alternative workplace pension scheme.
Details of both schemes will be available at point of contract.
Other Benefits:
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Complimentary tickets for preview performances, subject to availability and the Royal Court’s staff ticket
policy.
Interest free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, free life assurance, subsidised exercise classes.
Discount on meals and drinks in the Royal Courts bar and Kitchen.
Discount on all purchases in the theatre’s Bookshop, subject to discount policy.
Application Procedures:Please note that only applications submitted on the Royal Court’s standard Application Form can be considered.
Application Forms can be downloaded from: https://royalcourttheatre.com/about/jobs/
Once the Application and Equal Opportunities Forms are completed please return, by the closing date below, to:
Email:
By post:
[email protected]
Recruitment, Royal Court Theatre, Sloane Square, London SW1W 8AS
Closing date for applications: 6pm Friday 2nd December 2016
The Royal Court is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and encourages applications from minority ethnic and
disabled groups, as they are under-represented amongst our staff.
The English Stage Company (no. 231242) is a publicly funded registered charity.
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