Sound No. 1

Kenny Wax Productions is looking for a Sound No 1 for the UK tour of The Shark is Broken. We are looking for applicants with previous sound experience in a similar role on tour or the West End.

Contract: Fixed Term 18 weeks

Show schedule: performances are 6 days per week typically Monday – Saturday

Holiday: 32 days per year pro rata

Start Date: 13^th January 2025

Location: Various UK Touring venues

Rehearsals: London, 30^th December 2024 – 18^th January 2025

Tech/Opening Venue: Oxford, 20^th January – 25^th January 2025

Job Description:

To assist the Production Manager and Production Sound Engineer to co-ordinate the hire and preparation of equipment and venue supplies, in tech and throughout the tour;

To take over from the Production Sound Engineer after the fit-up and before the get-out, taking particular responsibility for dealing with the system maintenance;

To take part in the load in and out of each venue;

To program and operate the production’s sound control system;

To mix the show on a nightly basis;

To lead on all Sound department system maintenance;

To uphold the high production standards set by the Sound Designer and maintain the artistic quality of the original design;

To ensure all sound equipment and areas are kept in a tidy and secure manner;

To provide technical support for all rehearsals while on tour including all understudy and cast change sessions;

To work collaboratively with all other departments, including the theatre technical team, to ensure the smooth running of the production;

To compile and keep up-to-date all necessary show paperwork both hard copy and digital;

To account for and support the administration of petty cash for Sound Department spends, obtaining where possible VAT invoices for any hires and purchases made through petty cash;

Any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of a Sound No.1 based on industry norms and practice.

Touring

Weekly Paid

10/10/2024