Head of Lighting & Sound

Head of Lighting & Sound

ATG Entertainment is proud to stand at the forefront of the live entertainment industry.

Our expertise and capabilities enable producers and other creatives to bring their visions to life and create unforgettable performances for audiences, presented in our landmark venues and delivered with exceptional hospitality. It is the passion of our teams, that cover every discipline across the live entertainment industry, that underpins our continuing strategic growth and success.

The Liverpool Empire Theatre is the largest two-tier theatre in the country, hosting the best in touring theatre productions including musicals, opera, ballet and comedy. This iconic venue plays a crucial role in the cultural offering of the Liverpool City Region and celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025.

People are at the heart of our success. We are passionate about bringing great live experiences to the widest possible audience; about giving the world’s best creative talent the stage it deserves; and about providing our people and partners with opportunities to realise their full potential.

The Head of Lighting & Sound will report to the Technical & Buildings Manager and be responsible for the Senior Technicians. You’ll also work closely with the Head of Stage to be a part of the crew for get in’s, get outs and the running of shows as Duty Technician. The Head of Lighting and Sound is expected to Keep abreast of industry trends and technological advancements to continuously improve the quality and efficiency of the venue. You will advocate for the department's needs and resources within the Empire, such as requesting upgrades to equipment or facilities.

You will have exemplary skills in communication and collaboration between different departments and in supporting the Technical and Buildings Manager to ensure seamless integration of lighting, sound elements and other aspects of the role. Taking a leadership role in resolving any issues or conflicts that may arise Back of House, ensuring the smooth execution of productions.

By fulfilling these responsibilities and supporting your role effectively, the Head of Lighting and Sound contributes to the overall success of productions at Liverpool Empire and helps maintain its reputation as a premier entertainment venue.

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We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to provide a stage for everyone. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture. Find out more about us and our values at atg.co.uk and careers.atg.co.uk

Closing Date

31-08-2025 at 23:59