Deputy Head - Sound / AV
Overview
Responsible to: Head of Lighting
Responsible for: Technicians
Key Relationships: Production creatives, freelance and casual teams
Salary: £31,830 FTE
Purpose of the role
The Deputy Head – Sound / AV supports the Head of Lighting & Sound in delivering all technical elements for productions and events at the Citizens Theatre. This includes lighting, sound, video, and electrical systems.
The role is hands-on, with a primary focus on sound. Responsibilities include preparing, operating, and maintaining technical systems.
The Deputy Head also supervises teams and ensures high artistic, technical, and safety standards. The Deputy Head – Sound / AV plays a key role in both in-house and visiting productions. This includes participation projects, venue hires, and special events, helping create high-quality audience experiences.
The role ensures the smooth daily running of the sound and technical departments in a busy producing theatre.
Applying for the role
Job description
This description includes the detailed responsibilities, person specification and terms and conditions of the role.
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How to Apply
To apply, please send us a copy of your CV and a cover letter of no more than two A4 pages and complete the online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.
Please send your CV and cover letter by email to: recruitment@citz.co.uk.
- Deadline for applications: Tuesday 01 July 2025, 12pm
- First interview: Wednesday 09 / Thursday 10 July 2025
- Second interview: TBC
Interviews may be subject to change.
More information can be found in the full job description.
For an informal chat about the role prior to applying, get in touch with recruitment@citz.co.uk. If you need an alternative way to make your application, you can email recruitment@citz.co.uk to discuss a suitable format.
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