Vac Ref: 906                                                                                     vac.
ref:
                                               RSC
                             Matilda The Musical
                                    JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:                    No 3 Sound Technician
REPORTING TO:                 No 1 Sound Technician
JOB PURPOSE:                  To work as No 3 Sound Technician for the production, to maintain an
                              effective and safe sound rig and to deal with all sound and
                              communication needs for the production and to participate in the
                              running of performances as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•   To work in a co-operative and collaborative manner with Nos. 1 and 2 Sound Technicians, and
    all other departments in executing the sound needs of the production both in rehearsal, access
    and performance
•   To learn and operate the sound mixing for the production in performance.
•   To cost and prepare equipment and consumables as required.
•   To operate the sound for the productions in performance and rehearsal.
•   To ensure that all sound, communications, audio description and audio enhancement related
    work is carried out within the time constraints set and to advise on time to be scheduled and
    any deviation from that schedule.
•   To manage time efficiently and where practically possible, within the Working Time regulations.
•   To take responsibility for all audio equipment and rigging as required. And to undertake in the
    training and safe operation of such equipment.
•   To ensure that the artistic integrity of the sound design is continuously delivered throughout the
    Production's life.
•   To be aware of current Health and Safety Legislation and other Legal requirements affecting
    the areas of responsibility and to ensure that all work is carried out in keeping with RSC policy
    and procedures.
•   To keep all sound running and cue sheets up to date and backed up, and generate and
    maintain all paper work necessary for the smooth running of the project and potential transfers
    where appropriate.
•   The procurement, maintenance and preparation of adequate stocks of consumables including
    Lavalier microphones.
•   To attend meetings when appropriate, respond to show reports and generally assume
    responsibility, along with other members of the department, for the running of the sound
    department.
•   To facilitate or assist with live publicity appearances inside or outside the venue
This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and the employee will be required to perform duties
outside of this as operationally required and at the discretion of their Line Manager.
Vac Ref: 906                                                                                vac. ref:
                                            RSC
                            Matilda The Musical
                                  JOB DESCRIPTION
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
   •   An understanding and practical knowledge of the principles and safe working practices of
       theatre rigging and sound systems
   •   The applicant must have the ability to work within a small team who will inevitably spend
       much working time together as a close knit group
   •   Co-operation and adaptability
   •   Good communication with other departments and resident crew
   •   Professional theatre experience with qualifications relevant to this post
   •   Large Scale Musical mixing experience
DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:
   •   Previous West End experience
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT
OF APPLICATIONS:                        Sunday 27 October 2019
Please note that the RSC is unable to reimburse interview expenses.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals.
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