Theatre Events Technician

Contract type

Fixed term (1 year - with the potential for this to be extended for a further 12-month period)

Hours

Variable hours (including weekends and evenings)

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the technical team at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, a major new cultural venue at the University of Oxford.

This role offers the chance to work across a range of professional performance spaces, supporting a varied programme of events including theatre, music, film and exhibitions. You will assist in the delivery and operation of events, working alongside experienced technicians and supporting visiting artists, students and external companies.

The position involves hands-on technical work across lighting, sound and video, contributing to the smooth running of events and the ongoing development of the Centre's facilities.

About you

Joining at a key stage as the Centre opens to the public, you will play an important role in shaping a new, high-quality cultural programme designed to engage a wide range of audiences.

You will be an enthusiastic and reliable individual who enjoys practical work, values teamwork, has a basic level of events experience, and is keen to develop your technical skills within a professional arts environment.

Flexible working hours are required, including evenings and weekends.

Working hours will vary according to operational need, and there is no guaranteed minimum number of hours each week.

The duties and skills required are described in further detail in the job description.

**Interested? Please send your CV and cover letter to: Andy Furneaux at technical@schwarzmancentre.ox.ac.uk**