Apprentice Production Technician - Live Events

MALVERN THEATRES TRUST LTD

WORC'S (WR14 3HB)

Closes in 28 days (Friday 22 August 2025)

Posted on 18 July 2025

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Summary

Malvern Theatres Trust Limited are looking to employ an Apprentice Production Technician - Live Events. The right candidate will not only have the opportunity to be employed at the end of the apprenticeship but also have the potential to be promoted internally to a more senior role.

Wage

£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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There will be opportunities following your Induction to take on additional responsibilities outside of the Apprenticeship, this will be agreed with Malvern Theatres Trust Ltd directly.

Training course
Creative industries production technician (level 3)
Hours
Flexible but includes occasional weekends, late nights and agreement with the Line Manager re. office days.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 25 August 2025

Duration

1 year 9 months

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Malvern Theatres Trust Ltd are recruiting someone who wishes to progress in a creative, demanding but rewarding role. 

You will support the Technical Director with the day-to-day running of the Malvern Theatres complex. 

You will follow the training provided by Creative Alliance on their Production Technician Live Events Technician Apprenticeship.  

Key Tasks/Accountabilities - 

  • To work, in association with the Technical Director, Supervisors and technicians on all technical set-ups in the Theatre Complex and other stage areas within and outside the complex as directed.
  • To act as an apprentice technician during the running of productions in the complex as required.
  • Equally responsible for the health and safety of employees, touring staff, members of the public and any other users of the complex.
  • To attend training courses as required by the Technical Director.
  • To achieve continuous professional development.
  • To train in rigging, focusing and operation of lighting equipment.
  • To train in rigging and the operation of sound equipment.
  • To train in rigging lifting equipment (chain hoists and motors) and have a knowledge of flying systems.
  • Assisting with building maintenance.
  • Reporting any defects in any equipment and taking said equipment out of service until repaired.
  • Willing and able to work at heights.
  • To become familiar with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
  • Liaising effectively with visiting companies.
  • Communicating information throughout the technical department as required.
  • Liaising with FOH departments, especially on performance days. 
    General maintenance of the complex as required. 

Key Tasks/ Responsibilities - 

  • When deemed appropriate, work on getting ins and outs in a safe and effective manner.
  • Liaising with all depts. to ensure a calm and safe working environment.
  • To carry out maintenance work to a high standard.

Customer Service -

  • To maintain a high standard of customer service.
  • To adhere to HASAWA 1974 and to make sure other users of the complex work in a safe and effective manner. 

Procedures and Guidelines -

To follow procedures and guidelines set out as company policy in the Staff Handbook. 

Other duties -

  • Stock checks as required. 
  • Stewarding any events if required. 

Assist with any other duties that may become appropriate within the Malvern theatres complex. 

Where you'll work

GRANGE ROAD
MALVERN
WORC'S
WR14 3HB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

THE WEST MIDLANDS CREATIVE ALLIANCE LIMITED

Training course

Creative industries production technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
  • Prepare system specifications and drawings.
  • Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
  • Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
  • Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
  • Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
  • Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
  • Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
  • Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
  • Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
  • Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
  • Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
  • Prepare written information and reports.
  • Comply with creative venue budgetary and financial management protocols.
  • Undertake set and change scenes in live performance – setting and striking scenic elements under show conditions.
  • Operate suspension systems.
  • Undertake stage crafts such as basic scenic construction, carpentry, metalwork, stage machinery, props, scene changes, knots and terminations.
  • Trouble shoot, fault find and carry out basic repairs to creative venue and production systems.
  • As directed, inspect, test and maintain creative venue systems and production systems.
  • Program and operate production control consoles. Undertake cueing and operation during the live performance or event.
  • Trouble shoot, fault find and repair at sub assembly and component level.
  • Calibrate equipment and systems to meet production requirements.
  • Identify, specify and use components, systems and products applicable for the environment.
  • Identify and undertake servicing requirements in line with manufacturer recommendations.
  • Achieve effective network connectivity across live event systems.
  • Identify required packing space for equipment and for truck packs.
  • Prepare and operate lifting and ground rigging equipment.
  • Program and operate lighting control systems.
  • Assess and monitor power supply systems, installing wiring for practicals and equipment as required.
  • Prepare, set and operate lighting equipment to create the desired effect.
  • Manipulate and modify lighting, using diffusion materials, filters or reflectors to create the desired effect.
  • Adapt lighting to meet short notice creative changes in the production design or script.
  • Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems.
  • Identify the dangers and restrictions in the use of battery supplies including charging and mitigate for these.
  • Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
  • Prepare system specifications and drawings.
  • Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
  • Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
  • Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
  • Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
  • Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
  • Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
  • Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
  • Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
  • Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
  • Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
  • Prepare written information and reports.

Training schedule

Creative Industries Production Technician - Live Events Technician Pathway Level 3 Standard.

Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert in the industry. You’ll finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion.

Summative Portfolio

You will be expected to deliver projects throughout the apprenticeship. Each project would involve research, knowledge and may be submitted in writing, a presentation or a professional discussion.

  • Interpret system specifications for productions, live performance and events. These systems can include sound or lighting or video.
  • Assemble and configure systems to meet the specification requirements for sound, lighting, power or video.
  • Test, troubleshoot and maintain equipment and systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and work with team members.
  • Operate and maintain technical equipment.
  • Dynamically risk assess the work environment and situation. Adapt working practices to ensure the safety of oneself and others.
  • Disassemble and store technical equipment safely and efficiently at the end of the event, ensuring that the integrity of the components is maintained.
  • (Live Event Technician (LET)) Repair complex systems and sub-assemblies at the component level.
  • (Live Event Technician (LET)) Utilise lifting and rigging equipment to set up event systems.
  • (Live Event Technician (LET)) Specify equipment and system requirements suitable for the operational environment.
  • (Live Event Technician (LET)) Prepare and pack systems for local or international transportation prior to the event.

Creative industries production technician / Skills England.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/C or above)
  • Maths (grade C/4 or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

About this employer

Malvern Theatres Trust Limited are looking to employ the right candidate as a Live Events Production Technician. They will not only have the opportunity to be employed but also be promoted internally to a more senior role following the success and outcome.

Company benefits

Free tickets to certain performances.

After this apprenticeship

Malvern Theatres Trust Limited are looking to employ the right candidate as a Live Events Production Technician. They will not only have the opportunity to be employed but also be promoted internally to a more senior role following the success and outcome.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE WEST MIDLANDS CREATIVE ALLIANCE LIMITED

tania@creativealliance.org.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000332657.

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Closes in 28 days (Friday 22 August 2025)

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