The Lighting Technician is a key member of Northern Ballet's Technical Department, responsible for the preparation, installation, operation, maintenance, and safe delivery of all lighting and associated sound systems for rehearsals, performances, and events.
Working under the direction of the Head of Lighting and Sound, and the Deputy Head of Lighting, the postholder will support the delivery of Northern Ballet's extensive touring programme across the UK and internationally. The Lighting Technician will contribute to the highest artistic and technical standards, ensuring productions are presented consistently and safely in all venues.
The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead and supervise venue technicians and freelance crew during production fit-ups, performances, get-outs and at base.
- Salary £35,311 Per annum plus touring allowance
- Full time
- Closing date: 21 August 2026
- Interviews: week commencing 7 September 2026
- Essential
- Desirable
- Our Priorities
- Our Values
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@northernballet.com.
We also ask applicants to complete our Equal Opportunities monitoring form.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Northern Ballet strives to understand, respect and champion diversity in all its forms. We believe in embracing diversity within our workforce, repertoire and practices and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Please contact us to talk through any access requirements you may need at any stage of the recruitment process so that we can ensure reasonable adjustments are in place. Adjustments could include providing documentation in alternative formats (large print, braille, or audio), adapting the interview environment, or allowing additional time for responses.
Header photo from Merlin, with dancers Rachael Gillespie and Lorenzo Trossello. Photo Caroline Holden.