Description
The Barbican Concert Hall is seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join the Music Department as a Technician with a specialism in sound. This will include experience of basic sound equipment maintenance, the ability to follow stage plans to determine microphone positions and patching, along with experience of Digico mixing consoles and networks in a professional setting.
The post holder will be working alongside a team of colleagues in the delivery of high-level technical support to all music & commercial events in the Barbican Concert Hall, Foyers, and Commercial Venues.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in event production within a multi-disciplinary arts venue, concert hall, major music venue, or events organisation.
- Strong knowledge of the music industry and the creative processes involved in both classical and contemporary music-making.
- Demonstrable experience managing complex live events, including stage management, technical delivery, production planning, and budget management.
- Sound knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, risk assessment processes, and safe working practices for live music events.
- Experience using production management systems such as Artifax, together with strong IT and project management skills.
- Experience operating DiGiCo mixing consoles and networks in a professional environment.
- Proven ability to follow and interpret stage plans, patch lists and technical specifications.
- Experience of sound system set-up, operation and basic maintenance
You Will Be Able to Demonstrate
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective relationships with artists, promoters, agents and internal teams.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and project management abilities, with experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
- A collaborative and inclusive approach, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments to achieve positive outcomes.
- Strong facilitation, problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced live events environment.
What We Offer
- Barbican Membership
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
- Access to Barbican Centre discounts, including offers at the Barbican Shop and hospitality outlets
- City Corporation staff benefits and discounts throughout the City of London, including Tower Bridge, Guildhall Art Gallery and more
- Reciprocal entry to a number of galleries and museums across London
- Employee volunteering scheme (up to 2 days per year)
- Learning and development opportunities
- A vibrant, creative and inclusive workplace at one of the world's leading arts centres