GöteborgsOperan is a modern cultural institution for opera, dance, musical, and orchestral music that has touched over seven million visitors since its inauguration in 1994. The company's vision is to be one of Northern Europe's leading opera houses. The organization is characterized by professionalism, commitment, and innovation. GöteborgsOperan AB is a fully owned company within the Västra Götaland Region and is an important actor in the region's development. GöteborgsOperan is a multicultural workplace that strives for gender balance.
Do you want to help create world-class performing arts and contribute to magical experiences throughout Västra Götaland? We are now seeking an experienced stage and lighting technician for our Regional Department.
About the Role
You will be one of three technicians in the Regional Department working with performing arts in Gothenburg and throughout Västra Götaland. The department is directly connected to performances and responsible for projects at the Small Stage and regional tour activities. The role requires you to be a specialist in stage and lighting technology (with a focus on stage), but all theater technical tasks are included in the position. During peak work periods at GöteborgsOperan's Main Stage, you may also serve there.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute stage solutions and rigging for productions at the Small Stage and during regional tours
- Ensure lighting design implementation through installation, light programming, and quality assurance according to production requirements
- Coordinate video and documentation related to stage productions
- Maintain a safe and reliable technical environment through basic service, supervision, and troubleshooting
- Provide operational support on the Main Stage during peak work periods
Qualifications
- At least five years of extensive experience as a stage and lighting technician, preferably in the theater industry
- Ability to express oneself in Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing
- Good computer skills
- Class B driver's license
Advantageous
- Experience as a stage master/lighting technician/theater technician
- Class C driver's license
- Experience with touring activities
- Knowledge of Eos
- Documented relevant education for the position
We Are Seeking Someone Who
- Is collaborative, initiative-taking, methodical, and curious
- Thrives in an active and creative environment, is good at building positive relationships, and can work both independently and in a team
- Has a solution-oriented approach and high quality and safety awareness
We place great importance on personal suitability.
Terms
- Scheduling may occur six days per week, during daytime, evenings, and weekends.
GöteborgsOperan strives for gender balance and values the qualities that diversity brings to our operations.