Production & Technical Apprentice
Royal Albert Hall
LONDON (SW7 2AP)
Closes in 23 days (Friday 13 November 2026)
Posted on 20 October 2026
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Summary
The Royal Albert Hall is one of the world’s most iconic entertainment venues, with an unrivalled history of events and performances from world-class artists. We have 2 exciting opportunities to join our Production and Technical team where you will gain valuable production and technical skills and experience to kick start your career.
- Wage
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£27,008 a year
- Training course
- Creative industries production technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Working hours will usually be 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and evening work as and when required. Working hours will include 1 day for training sessions and for studying, as required by apprenticeship training rules.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 2 February 2027
- Duration
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1 year 9 months
- Positions available
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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
The Royal Albert Hall is one of the world’s most iconic entertainment venues, with an unrivalled history of events and performances from world-class artists. Part of our ambition is to increase the diversity of our workforce by creating opportunities for young people who want to learn whilst working. We have 2 exciting opportunities to join our Production and Technical team where you will gain valuable production and technical skills and experience to kick start your career in this field, while gaining a national vocational qualification.
Key elements of the apprenticeship will involve:
- Lighting/Audio duties eg preparing equipment in readiness for shows then de-prepping and maintaining ready for deployment
- Rigging duties eg supporting with loads in and load out, installing, rigging equipment as required whilst under supervision
- Maintenance duties eg consumables stock control, upkeep of technical/staging/rigging areas
- General duties eg assist with all event spaces/show requirements
Where you'll work
ROYAL ALBERT HALL
KENSINGTON GORE
LONDON
SW7 2AP
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)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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
Production Technician - Creative Venue Pathways Level 3 Standard.
Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from 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 professional discussion.
Seminars and Qualifications:
All CVT apprentices are enrolled onto a vendor qualification called the ABTT Bronze award. This will come with training sessions – covering the following:
- Training Session 1 – Manual Handling & Health and Safety at Work Act Develop an understanding of manual handling, injuries and the UK theatre code of conduct
- Training Session 2 – Electrical Fundamentals To develop an understanding of basic electricity
- Training Session 3 – Knots & Splicing Develop a basic understanding into knots commonly used in theatre
- Training Session 4 – Fundamentals of Flying An introduction to manual flying systems within the theatre
- Training Session 5 – Safe Use of Temporary Access Equipment Understanding safe handling of Access Equipment and covering relevant terminology
- Training Session 6 – Revision session on ABTT Exam ABTT mock questions and covering what has previously been learnt in preparation for the exam
For a full overview of the CVT standard please click on the following link: https://creativealliance.org.uk/apprenticeships/creative-venue-technician-level-3/
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4)
- Maths (grade C/4)
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
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
Other requirements
This position is part of the ELEVATE scheme from Lambeth council and therefore is only available for residents under Lambeth Council- Please find if you are eligible here.
About this employer
The Royal Albert Hall is one of the world’s most iconic entertainment venues. We have 2 exciting opportunities to join our Production and Technical team where you will gain valuable production and technical skills and experience to kick start your career in this field, while gaining a national vocational qualification.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- The apprenticeship is a 24 month fixed term contract
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE WEST MIDLANDS CREATIVE ALLIANCE LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060143.
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Closes in 23 days (Friday 13 November 2026)
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