This job listing has expired. The closing date was 23 April 2026.
UK Theatre
Deputy Head of Sound
Wagon Wheel Touring Ltd.
Touring
Full Time
backstage-technical
Posted 1 months ago
Closes 23 April 2026
Job Description
Deputising for the Sound No.1 as required.
Support the Sound No.1 in all aspects of the sound department.
Work collaboratively with other departments, to ensure the smooth running of the show.
Work alongside and support the No1 on the weekly venue load outs.
To ensure all sound equipment is cleaned and daily sound checks completed to ensure equipment is in working order for each performance.
To ensure that mics are in working order for each performance and to fit and change mics as required.
In collaboration with the Sound No.1 to coordinate the supply of all equipment and consumables required to run the show within budget as approved by the Company/General Manager.
To keep sound reference/cue sheets up to date and accurate.
When required, to operate the sound systems for performances as scheduled by the Sound No.1 and as instructed by the Sound No.1/Sound Designer, to ensure the Sound Designer's original specification and sound of the production is maintained.
To liaise with the Company Manager/Resident Artistic staff regarding daily cast changes and prepare the sound equipment changes accordingly.
Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required.
Deal with emergency repairs and fixes to sound equipment and programmes.
Recognise where maintenance work needs to be carried out/replacements are required for non-consumable and rented equipment to bring this to the attention of the Sound No.1 so this may be scheduled to ensure no show delays.
Ensure that work materials and sound equipment is kept in a tidy and secured manner at all times.
Manage all aspects of instrument maintenance and care, with the support of the GM office and Sound No.1.
To take ownership of the maintenance of the show's musical instruments working with the team to ensure that all instruments are maintained to a high level.
Support on all pre production prep, managing the kit, logistics and the freelance staff.
Job Requirements
Contract Length: June 2026 - July 2027
All candidates must be willing to tour and be available for the full contract.
Job Responsibilities
For a full list of duties and responsibilities, as well as tour dates, see the job description linked below.
How to Apply
To apply, please send a CV and personal statement, either in the form of a one-page cover letter or a short video or sound file (2 minutes max) to [email protected] by midday on Thursday 23rd April.
- Contact name: Kiki Stevenson, HH Productions
- Contact email: [email protected]