Deputy Head of Sound
| Posting date: | 27 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £32,694.52 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 September 2025 |
| Location: | B1 2EP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Birmingham Repertory Theatre |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Working alongside the Head of Sound and AV, this role has responsibility for all Sound and AV requirements for Rep productions and will assume a hands-on role in the day to day running of the department. You will ensure excellent service is consistently provided to staff, freelancers, and customers and visitors to The Rep and UVB events. This role will require you to deputise for the Head of Sound and AV and ensure the efficient technical management of events and productions. There is also a responsibility to ensure that both digital technology and sustainability are at the heart of every project.
Our ideal candidate will have experience of producing new work in theatre, as well as programming and the operation of digital sound consoles and playback software. Strong communication, organisational skills, and a proactive approach to working is essential. The candidate must be computer literate, and practical experience of using Word, Excel (or equivalent) and AutoCAD or Vectorworks is required. IPAF and first aid certification is preferred.
For further details about the role visit our website https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/about-us/jobs-vacancies/.
Please apply direct via the application portal on the Rep website. We will interview suitable candidates as and when they apply.
Terms & Conditions
Period of Work: This is a permanent full-time contract
Pay: £32,694.52 per annum (Manager 1)
Holidays: 25 days per year rising to 30 with service, plus bank holidays. The holiday year runs from 1 September to 31 August each year.
Working with us you would be able to access the following benefits
- Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays
- A day off for your birthday
- Free-to-use employee assistance service
- Staff ticket discount (when available)
- Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available)
- 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks
- £5 day rates at Utilita Arena North and South Car Parks
- Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans
- We actively encourage all staff to see shows as believe that being part of The Rep product enhances everyone’s experience as an employee and ambassador. To ensure everyone has a chance to attend shows every staff member is invited to attend press night for all The Rep's own productions along with further complimentary tickets where possible as well as competitive discounts throughout the year.
If you have any questions, reach out to us at reptalent@birmingham-rep.co.uk.
It’s important to us that The Rep reflects the communities we serve and therefore we particularly welcome applicants from the global majority and D/deaf & disabled communities as these groups are not as well represented as we want them to be.
The Rep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. As part of our safer recruitment practices, the suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers is thoroughly assessed.
Our ideal candidate will have experience of producing new work in theatre, as well as programming and the operation of digital sound consoles and playback software. Strong communication, organisational skills, and a proactive approach to working is essential. The candidate must be computer literate, and practical experience of using Word, Excel (or equivalent) and AutoCAD or Vectorworks is required. IPAF and first aid certification is preferred.
For further details about the role visit our website https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/about-us/jobs-vacancies/.
Please apply direct via the application portal on the Rep website. We will interview suitable candidates as and when they apply.
Terms & Conditions
Period of Work: This is a permanent full-time contract
Pay: £32,694.52 per annum (Manager 1)
Holidays: 25 days per year rising to 30 with service, plus bank holidays. The holiday year runs from 1 September to 31 August each year.
Working with us you would be able to access the following benefits
- Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays
- A day off for your birthday
- Free-to-use employee assistance service
- Staff ticket discount (when available)
- Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available)
- 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks
- £5 day rates at Utilita Arena North and South Car Parks
- Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans
- We actively encourage all staff to see shows as believe that being part of The Rep product enhances everyone’s experience as an employee and ambassador. To ensure everyone has a chance to attend shows every staff member is invited to attend press night for all The Rep's own productions along with further complimentary tickets where possible as well as competitive discounts throughout the year.
If you have any questions, reach out to us at reptalent@birmingham-rep.co.uk.
It’s important to us that The Rep reflects the communities we serve and therefore we particularly welcome applicants from the global majority and D/deaf & disabled communities as these groups are not as well represented as we want them to be.
The Rep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. As part of our safer recruitment practices, the suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers is thoroughly assessed.
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