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Senior Lighting Technician

Arts Educational Schools London
London, W4 1LY | £33,000 per annum | Closing: 22 October 2026
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Summary

The Senior Lighting Technician will report to the Technical Production Manager and work alongside lighting designers of individual productions to realise the production’s lighting design to the highest standard within available resources and within the parameters set by the Head of Production.

More Details

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Experience as a lighting technician in a theatre, live performance, or drama school environment.
  • Strong knowledge of lighting systems, including Ion consoles, LED fixtures, and moving lights.
  • Experience with lighting rigging, maintenance, and equipment management. A good understanding of health and safety, including risk assessments.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
  • A collaborative approach and flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

Please visit our website to download the job pack for the full and detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

If this sounds like you, please send your Cover Letter and CV to recruitment@artsed.co.uk.

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Head of Trusts & Foundations

National Theatre
London, SE1 9PX | £65,000 per annum | Closing: 26 October 2026
We are looking for  Head of Trusts & Foundations join the National Theatre’s Development team. 

Social Media and Content Creation Trainee

Hackney Empire
London, E8 1EJ | London Living Wage | Closing: 23 November 2026
Hackney Empire and Good Chance are partnering to offer this new opportunity for someone with experience of forced displacement to join the Hackney Empire team. The Social Media and Content Creation Trainee will sit across our Creative Development, and Marketing & Communications teams.

Awards, Events & Partnerships Coordinator

Society of London Theatre & UK Theatre
London, WC2E 9ET | Salaried: £27000 – £33000 | Closing: 23 October 2026
This Awards, Events & Partnerships Coordinator role is ideal for an organised and enthusiastic individual looking to build experience in awards and events management within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Learning Operations Coordinator

National Theatre
£35,168.65 per annum | Closing: 26 October 2026
We are looking for a Learning Operations Coordinator to join the National Theatre’s Learning team.

Line Producer

Hampstead Theatre
c. £37,000 p.a. with some flexibility depending on experience. | Closing: 26 October 2026
We are looking for an experienced Line Producer to lead the delivery of Hampstead’s programme of productions and associated creative activity across the Main Stage and Hampstead Downstairs.

Head of Workshops

The Rep
Birmingham, B1 2EP | £43,000-£48,000 per annum | Closing: 21 October 2026
The Head of Workshops is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of our Production Team, driving the creation of ambitious productions from concept to stage through strategic planning, operational management, and expert workshop leadership.

Chief Operating Officer

Nottingham Playhouse
Nottingham, NG1 5AF | £65, £000 to £69, £000 p.a. (Depending on Experience) | Closing: 8 November 2026
Nottingham Playhouse is looking for an outstanding leader to join our Executive Team as Chief Operating Officer and ensure Nottingham Playhouse has the resources, organisation and resilience to deliver its artistic ambitions and charitable purpose.

Senior Education Producing Coordinator

Shakespeare’s Globe
Shakespeare's Globe, New Globe Walk, London, UK | £30,127 per annum | Closing: 26 October 2026
Shakespeare’s Globe is currently seeking a Senior Education Producing Coordinator on permanent full-time basis.

Senior Stage Technician

The Arts Theatre Cambridge
Remote | DOE | Closing: 30 October 2026
The Arts Theatre Cambridge is looking for a Senior Stage Technician to join the hardworking Backstage team, assisting with the get-ins, fit ups, show running and get-outs of a busy receiving venue.

Senior Stage Technician

The Arts Theatre Cambridge
Remote | DOE | Closing: 30 October 2026
The Arts Theatre Cambridge is looking for a Senior Stage Technician to join the hardworking Backstage team, assisting with the get-ins, fit ups, show running and get-outs of a busy receiving venue.

Administrative Assistant – 6mnth FTC

Shaftesbury Theatre
London, WC2H 8DP | Salaried: £29000 | Closing: 19 October 2026
The Administrative Assistant supports the smooth running of the Shaftesbury Theatre, particularly providing administrative support to the Operations Director, overseeing the general smooth running of the Administration offices and providing some support for marketing and events.