South African State Theatre invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2022 / 2023.
Internship Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Internship Closing Date: 26 July 2024
Position Available:
- Title: Lighting Technician Intern (x2 positions)
- Contract Period: Six months (Fixed-term)
- Salary: R6000 per month
- Reporting to: Production Manager
Key Performance Areas:
- Participate in production meetings, providing valuable input.
- Offer expert advice on lighting equipment to external clients and productions.
- Proactively resolve any technical problems that arise.
- Maintain and ensure proper handling and care of lighting equipment.
- Conduct daily lamp checks and weekly inspections of moving heads for safety during long runs.
- Complete and sign reports to document inspections.
- Efficiently focus lights according to production requests and ensure they remain focused throughout the production.
- Collaborate with the lighting designer during plotting to achieve efficient lighting setup and meet designer satisfaction.
- Operate lighting desks and cues during rehearsals and performances, ensuring effects equipment is operated as per SM CUES.
- Ensure proper setups and strikes on stage while maintaining consistent lighting plots for each show.
- Keep all work areas clean and safe.
- Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and other relevant legislation.
- Ensure all safety aspects related to stage lighting are followed, and visiting crew and designers are aware of these requirements.
- Maintain an accurate inventory of all lighting equipment and ensure its proper functioning and safe storage.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience:
- National Diploma in Performing Arts Technology or equivalent qualification.
- No prior experience required.
- Note: Candidates who have already completed their work integrated learning (internship) should not apply.
Knowledge, Skills, and Critical Competencies:
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Strong team player.
- Ability to handle stress and work under pressure.
- Capability to work independently.
Application Process: Interested candidates should indicate the position they are applying for. Applications must include certified copies of qualifications and a CV. Applications can be hand-delivered or emailed to Thabang Ngobeni, Human Resources.
Delivery Address: Human Resource Office
The South African State Theatre
320 Pretorius Street
Pretoria
Email Address: [email protected]
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the performing arts industry! Apply now and become part of the vibrant team at the South African State Theatre.
To apply for this job email your details to jobs@statetheatre.co.za.