senior technician
15 the last 334 days, recently 2023-10-09
Responsibility
- permanent Contract
- 1-year Fixed Term Contract
- full time; 42.5 hours
Show more +44 - fixed term contract from October 2023 for up to 12 months
- £41,265.12 per annum
- full time, 42.5 hours per week
- based in Covent Garden, London
- the Royal Opera House aims to enrich people`s lives through opera and ballet
- 42.5 hours per weekincluding evening and weekend work
- we are seeking to appoint a senior technician with theatrical costume experience for a fixed 12-month contract
- they work closely with guest artists, dancers, chorus, actors, and child performers
- our Costume Performance team provides costume support to the artists of The Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera and visiting companies
- this role willrequire evening and weekend scheduling
- you will also be required to assist at rehearsals, performance, and fittings as required
- we are seeking to recruit a Senior Technician to join our Costume Performance Team to work across both Opera and Ballet
- starting salary: £41,265.12 per annum
- our team of Technicians make sure that costumes are maintained, pristine and set for all rehearsals and performances
- some experience with either footwear or costume in a performance context
- experience in show related preparation, sewing, fabrics technology, painting, dyeing, colour matching, repairing and modification techniques would be an advantage
- the Royal Opera Housecontinues to lead the way in opera,ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digitalplatforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings
- based in: CoventGarden, London
- the Royal Opera House Revival Workroom team provides a costume fitting and alteration service to the Royal Ballet and the Royal Opera
- we are seeking torecruit a maternity cover Senior Propmaker, to work as an effective member ofthe Props Workshop participating in the day to day running operations, ensuringthat all activities are carried out to the highest possible standard of safety, efficiency, and quality
- the Royal Opera House Men`s Costume Workroom team produces costumes for the Royal Ballet and the Royal Opera to the highest standards
- it seeks to be accessible and engaging, to develop audiences across the UK and to break new ground in the presentation of lyric theatre
- as we are a rep house, you will often be juggling two or more productions at a time
- good organisational skills and an eye for detail
- revival Workroom technicians carry out a range of activities required for the repair, alteration and making of items for revival, co-productions and hired productions to the highest standards
- based in: Covent Garden, London
- we are seeking torecruit an Opera Footwear Senior Technician to manage the provision of footwearfor all Royal Opera productions, ensuring that all activities are carried outto the highest possible standard of safety, efficiency, and quality, whilstupholding the highest principles of presentation and courtesy
- ability to work unsupervised and show initiative in dealing with day-to-day problems
- our Technical and Production Department plays a leading part in ensuring our performances are of the highest quality by delivering technical excellence for every performance, rehearsal and event
- you will work to the high standards of workshop construction and alteration processes, maintaining an excellent working knowledge of the latest developments in techniques, materials, and finishes
- we are seeking to recruit a Senior level Technician to join our Costume Revival Workroom Team to work across both Opera and Ballet
- we are seeking to appoint a Technician to join our Events team, working closely with colleagues and external clients to ensure operational and production requirements of a range of events in our front of house spaces for learning, fund raising and commercial activities
- we are seeking to appoint a Technician to join our Events team, working closely with colleagues and external clients to ensure operational and production requirements of a range of events in our front of spaces for learning, fund raising and commercial activities
- A varied background in costume and large-scale show running
- team player with a collaborative approach to working
- what do we do?
- great sewing techniques, particularly repairs
- an understanding of Health and Safety and ability to contribute to risk assessments and undertake safe manual handling
- as an individual, you will manage a small team of Dressers and supervise and work alongside Technicians to ensure that all dressing aspects are executed to the highest of standards and following the Designer`s vision
- can you demonstrateany of the following?
- an exceptional knowledge of backstage costume work and dressing techniques
- an understanding of the opera repertoire and heritageproductions is an advantage but not essential
- an understanding of fabrics, fibres and the various laundering methods associated with them
- this role willsuit a candidate with the ability to learn quickly, a willingness to developnew technical skills and strong interpersonal/communication skills
Requirements
- A Theatrical Costume and Design course qualification to degree level, or comparable qualification or experience in a relevant craft skills area
- A proven track record in craft skills workrooms with a major producing theatre or venue, or comparable film/TV experience
- experience in craft skills workrooms and/or tailoring with a major production theatre or venue, or comparable film/TV experience
Show more +27 - proven practical making experience and a good knowledge of costume fitting and alteration techniques
- some practical making experience and a sympathetic approach to creative concepts, and ability to realise them in practical terms
- good knowledge of traditional methods of construction, periods styles, and history of costumes an advantage
- the ability to accurately interpret design concepts from scale drawings and sketches
- A knowledge of standard opera and ballet repertoire an advantage
- an interest and ability to assist in supervising the activities of junior and casual staff, apprentices, and work placements, as required
- A Theatrical Costume and Design course qualification or a relevant apprenticeship qualification in a relevant craft skills area is desirable
- an exceptional track record in technical stage work gained from working in a live performance environment. Current experience is essential
- an excellent knowledge of costume fitting and alteration techniques
- knowledge of a good range of techniques associated with dyeing, digital printing, painting, spraying, and breaking down
- experience of working in a major repertory house an advantage
- A good strong awareness of and adherence to Health and Safety policy
- A range of stage technical skills in key areas including props, scenic, rigging skills, pyrotechnics and effects are an advantage
- some knowledge of modern and traditional methods of construction, periods styles, and history of costumes
- we welcome applications from those who are currently underrepresented in our workforce; in particular those who are ethnically diverse and/or disabled
- A knowledge of the standard opera and ballet repertoire is not essential but will be well regarded
- good understanding of AutoCAD
- the Royal Opera House is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive
- how
- as a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies
- applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies
- professional experience in a dye workroom with a major producing theatre or venue, or comparable film/TV experience, a degree, apprenticeship or qualification in Textile/Fabric or Print/Dye/Design an advantage
- if this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we`d love to hear from you
- A full job description is attached below, along with the ROH information pack which includes details on what benefits we offer
- if you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the ROH Recruitment Team on [email protected]
- and a good understanding of dyes and chemicals, especially in relation to the day-to-day management and control of dyes and harmful substances in accordance with COSHH regulations
- interviews will take place w/b 11th September 2023
high salary - 24% higher than the average in this position
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