Disney’s The Lion King – LX Followspot

Summary

This upcoming role is an opportunity for a keen and motivated individual to join the Lighting department on Disney’s The Lion King. Working with the Lighting Department, this staff member will help with the day to day of running a large scale musical to maintain the excellence of the show.

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Responsibilities and Duties
·       Follow Spot Operator for performances covering four plots in the production, ensuring that the follow spot is functioning correctly and cues are performed as directed, replicating the show’s lighting design

·       Cover two stage LX plots as directed

·       Assist the Lighting Department to ensure the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances

·       Assist the Lighting Department on any day-to-day changes that might impact the running of the Production

·       Assist the Lighting Department to teach new members of staff, deps and local crews and work closely with theatre staff to ensure the smooth running of the production

·       Perform daily set up

·       Ensure an awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments

·       Learn and execute the tracks for the Lighting Department

·       Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required

·       Handle any problems that occur during performances quickly and calmly.

·       Report and feedback show and staff related issues in a timely manner

·       Work in accordance with the Health And Safety Policy and maintain a good working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation and good working practices.

·       Liaise closely with Disney’s Health and Safety Manager to ensure that the Health And Safety Policy is followed

·       Work closely and in conjunction with the Company Manager.

Skills Required       
·       Clear, confident communication and decision making essential

·       Ability to remain focused and calm when under pressure

·       Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills with cast, creative and production team essential

·       Excellent problem-solving skills and use of own initiative

·       A full awareness of need for integrity and confidentiality

·       Knowledge of setting up, maintaining and operation of follow spots

·       Ability to work at height

·       Experience of Follow Spotting and covering Stage LX plots on large-scale musical theatre productions is essential

Additional Information
·       Permanent

·       Weekend and evening work integral (Tuesday to Sunday show schedule).

·       This role will require the candidate to understand and follow the Health and safety rules & regulations in place at the production.

 

Organisation

Disney Theatrical Group

Location Type

Specific location

Salary Type

Weekly Paid

Weekly Rate

Above BECTU minimums

Closing Date

18/05/2025

Contract Type

Permanent, Full Time

Job Type

Backstage & Technical