Head of Video
£50,000 - £60,000
Fixed Term
We are seeking an experienced Head of Video to join the production on its UK Tour.
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Length: 18 Months
Salary: Buyout/Competitive
Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
- Maintaining the Production as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements and direction of the Production;
- Managing your department, including recruitment, line management, scheduling and recording of hours, training and having an awareness and understanding of the Producer’s employment policies
- Working in accordance with the Producer’s Health and Safety policy, which may include working at height, using appropriate safety equipment and clothing, and ensuring departmental staff do the same
- Liaising with the Company Manager, resident creative team members, technical heads of department, stage management, the acting company and theatre staff to ensure the efficient flow of information as necessary for the smooth running of the show
- Attending rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs as required, including emergency calls in the event of equipment failure or other incident, particularly if there is a risk of the cancellation of a performance
- Taking lead responsibility for the operation and maintenance of all equipment used by your department, including equipment checks prior to each performance
- Having an awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and making necessary adjustments, if any
- Acquiring a familiarity with all plots/tracks within your department so that you are able to provide holiday or absence cover for other members of your department as required, in addition to ensuring that your staff are trained to cover other plots/tracks as required
- Reading and responding to show reports
- Compiling and keeping updated cue sheets and other relevant show paperwork, both soft and hard copy, to such a level as to ensure an accurate reference to allow the Production to be remounted at a later date
- Managing petty cash for your department and the timely placing of any orders for goods and equipment as approved by the Producer
- Maintaining good relationships with hirers and suppliers
- Any other duties as may be reasonably required in the course of your duties or as instructed by the Video Designers, Company Manager, Production Manager, General Managers or Producer from time to time.
- Assisting the department with Load-in and Load-out duties
Person Specification
Essential
- Previous Deputy or HOD experience on a large-scale production is essential
- The ability to work as part of a large team
- Good communication skills
- Experience managing a team effectively
Application Process
Full terms and conditions will be discussed with shortlisted candidates and confirmed in the successful applicant's contract.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter, clearly labelled with your name and the role you are applying for, to: [email protected]
We are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from individuals currently underrepresented in our workforce.