Theatre Technician - Discovery College

Discovery College is searching for a Theatre Technician who is responsible for working with the music technician, teachers and students to support and help plan technical design, set design and construction for performances, plays, assemblies etc.

Responsibilities 

• The role requires knowledge and experience with lighting, and familiarity with Theatre lighting specifically; rigging, maintaining, and staging in both large spaces and smaller studios
• Maintenance of the theatre space, equipment such as light rigs, lumieres, cabling and electronics
• To support the smooth running of the Theatre department, students and the whole school as required
• To provide technical support (mainly light and projection) to the whole school 
• Support in the design, planning and implementation of lighting, sound, set, and props with teachers and students for events including college-wide productions to singular presentations
• Attend meetings as necessary to be aware of upcoming events and curricular needs
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of learning material, equipment and resources for the Theatre department
• Maintenance of the sound and light equipment in Theatre studios
• Assist with the preparation and display of student work and completing administrative tasks for the Theatre department 
• Support teaching and learning through classroom assistance
• Technical support to staff and students relating to Theatre department equipment and operation

Typical reporting relationship: Head of Drama > Business Manager

Requirements

Minimum typical education:

• Degree in relevant theatre area (production, lighting, sound, set, costume etc)

Minimum typical experience:

• 2 years relevant experience

Core Professional / Technical Competencies required:

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, adaptable
• Creative and imaginative thinker, problem solver, capable of considering different perspectives
• Able to contribute to a team and work independently
• Excellent understanding of technical theatre and performance elements
• Application of project management techniques 
• Ability to follow established standards 
• Fluency in oral, written English, Cantonese (desirable)

Core Soft / Transferable Competencies required:

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Planning 
• Organising Work
• Customer Service

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For enquiries, please contact Clement Tam at clement.tam@dc.edu.hk.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

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ABOUT US

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. About 70% of our students have parents who are permanent residents of Hong Kong.

ESF is proud of the high academic and wider achievements of our students. In 2020, 22 ESF students achieved the perfect score of 45 points in the IB Diploma examinations; more than 95% go on to leading universities worldwide.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College’s belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.

The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.

The College’s facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.

www.discovery.edu.hk