Technical Manager Application Pack

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION PACK WELCOME TO OUR COMPANY

Table of contents Welcome Message

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Company Background

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Role Overview & Duties

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Main Duties & Responsibilities

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Person Specifications - Essential

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Person Specifications - Desirable

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Remuneration & Benefits

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Contact Information

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Recruitment Pack

Welcome Message We are thrilled to welcome you to the Millennium Forum Theatre & Conference Centre and thank you for your interest in the role of Technical Manager. Your impressive background and extensive experience in this field will we are sure make you a valuable addition to our team.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional performances and creating unforgettable experiences for our audiences. Your role as Technical Manager is crucial in achieving this ambition. We are confident that your technical expertise and leadership skills will greatly contribute to our theatre's success.

As you embark on this new journey with us, please know that your ideas, creativity, and innovation are highly valued. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will make in our theatre's technical operations.

Our team is here to support you as you transition into your new role.

Once again, welcome to the Millennium Forum Theatre. We are excited to work with you and can't wait to see the great things we will accomplish together.

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Company Background

The Millennium Forum is a flexible venue designed to meet the ever changing demands in a constantly changing world.

We have the facilities to cater for performances and productions, conferences. exhibitions, With our state of the art flexible main auditorium which can be used in a variety of configuration; its moveable ceiling and adaptable floor - our venue is never too large or small.

Our dedicated technical team are on hand to help and advise on any queries you may have while planning your event and have the expertise to look after all of your technical requirements. The team, equiped with both the skills and the latest Technology to enhance any production continue to deliver 1st class productions, performances and conferences.

Over the years The Millennium Forum has hosted multiple global artists, West End Musicals and produced and presented its own productions to huge audiences both at home and abroad.

From Multi-National Corporations delivering lectures, exhibitions, plenary sessions and multiple AV site specific presentations , to local community events involving young people & school groups; the Millennium Forum team work tirelessly to ensure a well delivered product for all with a highly skilled team and technical staff.

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Technical Manager Overview The Millennium Forum is looking for a motivated, organised and enthusiastic, hands-on Technical Manager to join our team and help with the smooth delivery of all our productions and events. The Technical Manager will be the main point of technical contact for all touring productions. They will also play a key role in managing safety for productions and the wider building in collaboration with the General Manager.

Role Information The Theatre Technical Manager plays a crucial role in the successful presentation of all theatre productions. They are primarily responsible for all technical aspects of the production, including lighting, sound, flying, and on occassion, stage design. They work closely with the director and production team to understand the creative vision and translate it into technical requirements. This role involves managing the technical resources within the theatre, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, and other equipment, ensuring safety standards are met, and troubleshooting any technical issues that arise. Additionally, you will also be involved in budgeting, scheduling, and staff management.

Your expertise will be vital in ensuring that the technical elements of a production either theatrical, or in terms of a conference/ special event, run smoothly and effectively, enhancing the overall audience experience.

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Main Duties & Responsibilities To plan all aspects of the efficient day to day management of the technical services within the Forum including supervision, training and recruitment of staff and any other support required for productions To give strong leadership in a team and Forum context, motivating all technical staff through committed, imaginative and strong positive leadership.

To undertake and lead on (when required) get-ins, fit ups, technical rehearsals, performances and get outs.

To be responsible for, encourage and enforce good safe working practices within the department to maintain high production values and good efficient working practices.

To provide leadership, direction and training of the technical team in the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and other aspects of staging and events at the Forum.

To contribute and develop appropriate Company policies, procedures and working standards for use by staff with other members of the management team.

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Main Duties & Responsibilities To develop a programme of technical training for all members of the department to ensure staff’s ability to multi task on various elements such as lighting/sound/flying.

To be responsible for ensuring that all technical equipment used in the Forum is maintained to a safe and satisfactory level, and can be operated by staff safely and efficiently.

To develop in conjunction with our General Manager & Maintenance team that an annual rolling programme of maintenance is planned and carried out.

To provide (when required) lighting/sound design on in-house projects and events and/or act as Production Manager on specific projects as agreed in advance.

To manage the Forum’s external warehouse space ensuring it is kept tidy and in good condition for the safe and secure storage of sets/props/costumes etc To oversee the inspection of rigging and lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER regulations Any other relevant duties and responsibilities as may from time to time be reasonably required by the CEO and Derry Theatre Trust.

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Person Specifications Essential Significant technical and/or production management experience across a range of theatre environments.

Proven leadership ability with excellent people management skills.

Good all round knowledge of technical theatre and stage craft with a specialism in either lighting, sound or stage management.

Ability to read lighting plans and ground plans and experience of using CAD software.

A good level of experience and knowledge of appropriate health and safety rules and safe working practices.

Excellent attention to detail, planning, organisational and budgeting skills.

Ability to organise and deliver in house training.

Ability to work on own initiative and to tight budgets.

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Person Specifications Desirable Technical Theatre qualifications.

Experience of operating GrandMA or equipment lighting desks Experience of working with Allen & Heath Digital sound desks, QLab and Dante control networks.

Demonstrable experience in flying, rigging, pyrotechnics and scene construction FIrst Aid At Work qualification Health & Safety qualification

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Pay and Benefits Payroll

Hours: 37 hours per week across at least 5 days, additional hours may be necessary to fulfil the requirements of the post.

Salary: £37,500 per annum payable monthly Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits

Complimentary theatre tickets Discounted Parking Life Assurance Benefit Pension with 19% employer contributions Option for AVC’s

Holidays

Holidays: 20 days per annum plus Customary Days Holidays rising to 25 days after five years’ service, rising to 28 days after ten year’s service.

CLOSING DATE 2ND OCTOBER 2023 @ 5PM

Additional Information

Interview Date(s) 16th - 17th October 2023 (TBC) Please send your completed application & monitoring form to Lisa Lynch by email to lisal@millenniumforum.co.uk.

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Contact Information +44 28 7126 4455 info@millenniumforum.co.uk 3 Newmarket Street Derry/ Londonderry BT486EB www.millenniumforum.co.uk

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