Senior Lighting Technician

Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Lighting Technician to join the Technical Team at Curve. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the delivery of Made at Curve and visiting productions, supporting a wide range of performances, events, and activities within one of the UK’s leading producing theatres.

More Details

As a senior member of the Lighting team, you will provide clear and effective supervision of technicians and casual staff, lead fit-ups and production periods, and help ensure the highest standards of technical delivery across the organisation. You will work closely with visiting companies, creative teams, and colleagues across the Production Department to deliver ambitious productions safely and efficiently.

The successful candidate will have experience working in a professional producing theatre environment, with a strong understanding of electrical safety, ETC Eos control systems, and safe rigging practices. You will be an excellent communicator, confident leading teams under pressure, and equally comfortable working independently when required.

This is a full-time, permanent position working an annualised hours contract of 42 hours per week. Regular evening and weekend work will be required.

 

If you feel you meet the criteria for the role and wish to apply, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application, clearly setting out how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role and why you’d like to work at Curve.

You can find out more information about this role by downloading the Job Description & Person Specification (JDPS) document at the bottom of the vacancy page on our website. If you are curious about whether this role might be for you and would like to know more, please contact careers@curvetheatre.co.uk to arrange an informal chat.

 

Applications close: midday, 24 June 2026
Interviews: Monday 29 or Tuesday 30 June

Please note that the recruitment process may include a practical assessment of up to one hour.   

 

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

We are an inclusive organisation, from our trustees and team members to our audience and participants. We treat all job applicants equally, regardless of class, age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other equality characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the cultural sector.

Organisation

Curve Theatre

Location Type

Specific location

Salary Type

Salaried

Salary (Exact)

££32,410.56 per annum

Closing Date

24/06/2026

Contract Type

Permanent, Full Time

Job Type

Backstage & Technical, Production