November 2018
Dear Applicant
Theatre Royal Bath – Assistant Electrician
Thank you for your interest in the above post. I enclose the following:
1. Background to the Theatre Royal Bath 2. Job Description and Person Specification 3. Application Form
If you wish to take your application further, please return the completed application form to reach us no later than Monday 17th December, 2018. Interviews will take place between Monday 17th and Thursday 20rd December 2018.
Thank you for your interest in the Theatre Royal Bath and I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely
Joe Wright Technical Manager
BACKGROUND TO THE THEATRE ROYAL BATH (TRB)
The Theatre Royal Bath is one of the oldest theatres operating in the country. Built in 1805, the theatre burned down on 1862 and was rebuilt in 1863. The TRB was the first theatre outside London to be granted a Royal Charter. In 1979, after several changes of ownership, the TRB was turned into a charitable trust, thanks to the generosity and foresight of the then owner, Jeremy Fry. Jeremy retained his links with the theatre as President of Bath Theatre Trust until his death in 2006.
The TRB was extensively refurbished in 1981/2 and emerged in the 80s and 90s as one of the country’s leading touring dates, presenting 46 weeks of varied drama, comedy, dance, opera and musicals along with a six-week family pantomime over the Christmas period.
At the heart of TRB programming is high quality drama, for which it delivers the highest audience figures for any comparable theatre in the country. The Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre are regular visitors and pre and post West End productions make up the balance of the commercial strand of the theatre’s programme. TRB also presents Arts Council subsidised companies such as Northern Ballet Theatre and English Touring Opera. Other regular visitors include Carl Rosa Opera, Moscow City Ballet and Rambert Dance Company.
The TRB presents regular Festivals of national significance: the Bath Shakespeare Festival, Bath International Puppet Festival and the Wild and Wacky Festival of Theatre for Children.
In 1997 the TRB opened a second space, the Ustinov Studio. Seating 145 and equipped to a high specification, the Ustinov became the region’s leading venue for the presentation of innovative and cutting edge theatre, dance and physical theatre. The Ustinov Studio has recently undergone a spectacular refurbishment with improved auditorium, bar/foyer and technical facilities.
In 1998, the TRB established its own production company, Theatre Royal Bath Productions, to produce and co-produce work to present at the TRB, tour and when applicable, transfer into the West End and tour overseas. Theatre Royal Bath Productions has now produced in excess of 80 productions and the productions are a regular fixture on the Number One touring circuit and with recent productions transferring to London’s Vaudeville Theatre, Savoy Theatre, The Duke of York’s Theatre, the Duchess Theatre and the Old Vic. In addition, Theatre Royal Bath Productions has toured productions to the US, Hong Kong, and Australia.
In summer 2003 the Theatre Royal Bath mounted the first summer residency by the Peter Hall Company. The residency consists of three companies of actors presenting five plays. The Residency continued annually until 2012, when it was replaced by a 10 week repertory season.
In October 2005, TRB opened The Egg – a theatre for children and young people, situated in a Grade 2 listed building adjacent to the theatre. As well as a flexible auditorium, the egg has a foyer café, workshop spaces and a roof-top rehearsal space which have all been designed to make the building as accessible to children as possible.
The Theatre main house also underwent a major refurbishment in the summer of 2010, including a redevelopment of the main foyer, a new stalls bar, a re-vamp of the auditorium and a major renewal of technical facilities and equipment.
Job Description November 2018
Job Title: Assistant Electrician
Department: Technical
Reporting to: Chief Electrician
Responsible for: LX Casuals
Objectives
To achieve and maintain a high standard of excellence for the Theatre Royal Bath, in particular the Technical Department.
To work as a member of the Technical team in a professional and supportive manner
Key tasks and Responsibilities
To fit-up and get-out according to requirements the lighting and sound for all productions on the Main Stage, Ustinov Studio and the egg.
To act as TRB Sound Technician, overseeing all aspects of sound installations at the TRB. To ensure that TRB sound equipment is logged, maintained and in good working order.
To ensure the smooth technical running of all performances with a willingness to rectify at the earliest opportunity any faults that may arise, to the best that circumstances will allow.
To work as required on the maintenance of the Theatre Royal Bath lighting and sound equipment, electrical installations and PAT testing for the Technical department.
To assist in the design and rig, as required, of the lighting and sound installations for in-house productions, Sunday concerts, Studio shows.
To adhere to the guidelines and budgets laid out by the Technical Manager and Chief Electrician.
To program the TRB lighting board as directed, ensuring its back-up systems are functioning and basic maintenance is carried out.
To be available as required to give talks, demonstrations and technical support for events organised by the Education and Operations Departments and also to Tours, Friends and Associates as required.
To fulfill the Theatre Royal Bath Health and Safety regulations including fire procedures and the recording of any accidents in the book provided.
To attend the regular departmental meetings.
To properly complete a timesheet for every working week, provide any information required by the Theatre Royal Bath; medical forms, holiday forms etc
To abide by the financial coding, management and monitoring systems laid down by the theatre’s Finance Department.
To act always in the best interests of the Theatre Royal Bath
Ancillary tasks and Special Responsibilities
To fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Chief Electrician in their absence, as stated in their job description and according to instruction from the Chief Electrician.
To undertake any further training as necessary.
To create with the Chief Electrician and Deputy Electrician effective and competent working technical practice.
Essential Skills and Experience
At least 3 years’ experience of working in the Industry, or 1 years’ experience and a relevant higher education qualification. Thorough knowledge of Digital Sound Systems, including Yamaha Mixing consoles and Qlab. Ability to live mix small events. Thorough knowledge of operation and programming of ETC EOS and ION Good all round knowledge of lighting and sound. Proven track record in equipment maintenance and asset management Good working knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and good working practices within mainstream touring theatre Experience of working directly with creative personnel IT literate, including MS Office Excellent communication and diplomacy skills Ability to positively manage and motivate staff Ability to plan workloads and effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities Experience of dealing with visiting companies Experience of meeting deadlines Ability to work swiftly and calmly under pressure Flexibility to accommodate irregular and antisocial working hours Ability to work on your own and use initiative
Desirable Skills and Experience
A recognized qualification in technical theatre Good working knowledge of AV and projection systems Knowledge of moving lights and intelligent fixtures PAT qualification First Aid qualification Good working knowledge of theatre working practices, including rigging and flying Experience of working within a producing / repertory environment Experience of working in a studio theatre environment Experience of working within an educational environment Experience of delivering training and talks Familiarity with Vectorworks
CONFIDENTIAL
APPLICATION FORM
All sections, including Equal Opportunities Monitoring slip, must be completed by internal and external applicants except where otherwise indicated. If necessary, use a continuation sheet.
Application for ASSISTANT ELECTRICIAN
To be returned by Monday 17th Dec 2018
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Please return this completed form to: Joe Wright Technical Manager Theatre Royal Bath Sawclose Bath BA1 1ET
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Important notes on Salary:
Position: Assistant Electrician
Department: Technical
Salary: £17,867.20 + o/t & get-outs OTE £27,000 +
Due to the nature of work within the technical department the successful candidate will be expected to work on Sundays when necessary and TMA Get outs on a weekly basis. Therefore the basic salary is not reflective of the expected total earnings.
Based on the previous years, it would be expected that the position of Assistant Electrician would gross between £27,000 – £29,000 per annum.