• Role

    Technical Theatre

  • Salary

    Weekly rate as per SOLT/BECTU Agreement

  • Hours

    Full Time

  • Type

    Fixed Term Contract - Full Time

  • Interview Process

    1 Interview:
    WC 25th March 2024

  • Closing Date

    25-03-2024 at 12:00

  • Location

    65 Chandos Place
    London

    WC2N 4HG

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Automation No. 2

Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking applications for a full-time, experienced Automation No. 2 to work on the London production of MEAN GIRLS.

Book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, lyrics by Nell Benjamin and Directed and Choreographed by Casey Nicholaw - this musical will arrive in the West End in June 2024.

The Automation No 2 will work closely with the Automation No 1, Production Manager, Company Manager, Stage Manager, and creative team in establishing and executing the automation needs of the production both in rehearsal and performance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • To deputise for the HOD
  • To assist in the running of all pre-show and maintenance checks 
  • To carry out the automaton show plot’s in a safe manner, ensuring the safety of performers and crew onstage and in the wings during both shows and rehearsals 
  • To take responsibility for automation equipment as required and keep the head of department informed of any issues as they arise.
  • To assist with the procurement and maintenance of adequate stocks of consumables and spares.

Essential experience includes:

  • Previous automation experience on a large-scale West End production.
  • Excellent knowledge of Absolute Motion Control Automation Systems
  • Experience running deck plots and an understanding of stage etiquette.
  • An understanding and practical knowledge of the principles and safe working practices of theatre rigging, automation systems and set construction.

We are committed to a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce.

  • Start Date: WC 13th May 2024, or thereabouts
  • Please Note: All applicants must be able to commit to the full contract and must have the right to work in the UK.
  • Job Location: West End London
  • Contract Type: Fixed term until Sunday 8th June 2025, or for the run of the Production, whichever shall be the shorter, subject to two weeks’ notice by the Producer as per the SOLT/BECTU Agreement. 
  • Salary: Weekly rate as per SOLT/BECTU Agreement.
  • Weekly Hours: 6 day working weeks; 8 shows per week plus maintenance and understudy calls. 
  • Application Deadline: Monday 25th March 2024, midday
  • 1st round interviews: WC 25th March 2024

Closing Date

25-03-2024 at 12:00

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