Theatre Manager / Sound Technologist

Applications are invited for the above position effective from 18 July, 2017 or by mutual agreement.

The successful applicant must be fully computer literate, have initiative and be willing to work irregular hours. He/she will be required to oversee/manage all aspects related to:

• Theatre management, which involves:
• Lighting, sound, theatre bookings, use and maintenance of all equipment, costumes and the backstage area.
• Assist with technical components/set-up for productions, practicals and assessment, when required.
• Train and manage a technical crew, comprised of pupils.
• Sound technology, which involves:
• Management of recording studio.
• Knowledge of Pro Tools, Garage Band and Midi-input devices.
• Knowledge of recording and mixing.
• Teaching aspects of sound technology to pupils.

A willingness in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Managing internal school productions
• Sourcing, booking and arranging external productions

Remuneration: a package commensurate with the position and relevant qualifications and experience will be negotiated during the interview process and no indication of the salary can be given telephonically.

A letter of application, addressed to the Principal, together with a concise Curriculum Vitae and names of three contactable referees, may be posted, hand-delivered, emailed or faxed to St John’s D.S.G.,

Postal address: Private Bag X4, Scottsville 3209, South Africa

Closing date: 23 June, 2017.

St John’s D.S.G. reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of this post. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or an appointment. Applicants who do not meet the requirements of the advertised post will automatically be disqualified from consideration. Applicants who have not been contacted by the end of July should take it that their applications have not been successful.