Leeds Playhouse
DEPUTY HEAD OF LIGHTING & VIDEO
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Deputy Head of Lighting & Video
Application deadline:
10am Thursday 10 September 2026
Contract:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£28,780 per year, plus BECTU/UK Theatre commercial get-outs and overtime payments
We are recruiting for a skilled individual with proven experience of managing lighting and video within the events and entertainment industry, to join us in the role of Deputy Head of Lighting & Video in our Lighting & Video department.
You would be line managed by Head of Lighting & Video and helping to run a team made up of a Senior Lighting & Video Technician and two Lighting & Video Technicians, as well as casuals and freelancers. You will also be part of the team that supports our multiskilled Studio Theatre Technicians in the Bramall Rock Void.
You will be responsible for delivering Lighting and Video for assigned productions in our three venues, community driven projects across our city, and creative projects, managing the team assigned to those productions.
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You will be working in collaboration with colleagues across our production department in support of external creative teams, visiting companies, and offering technical expertise.
This is a full-time, permanent contract of 40 hours per week. Evening, weekend and some Public Holiday work will be required due to the nature of the role. Pay for this role is £28,780 per year, plus BECTU/UK Theatre commercial get-outs and overtime payments. 12-week relocation payment is also available for those whose current base is over 40 miles away from Leeds Playhouse.
Benefits at Leeds Playhouse:
- 5 weeks holiday entitlement (plus 1.6 weeks of bank holidays), that increases with length of continuous employment
- 2 wellbeing days a year
- Discounts across our food and drinks
- Free show tickets
- Local gym and swimming discount
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Before applying for the role, please read the job pack below. This includes the full list of responsibilities, person specification and information about Leeds Playhouse.
To apply, please fill in both forms below before the application deadline.
The closing date for applications is 10am Thursday 10 September 2026.
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For more information about this role please contact James Chambers, Head of Lighting & Video
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Deputy Head of Lighting & Video Job Pack
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