South African State Theatre Internship 2024 (R6000 per month stipend)

South African State Theatre Internship 2024 (R6000 per month stipend)

Deadline: 26 July 2024

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

South African State Theatre Internship overview

Position Available:

  • Title: Lighting Technician Intern (x2 positions)
  • Contract Period: Six months (Fixed-term)
  • Salary / Stipend: 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: jobs@statetheatre.co.za

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.

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