Job Description
After a record-breaking panto run last year, Lichfield Garrick Theatre is gearing up for the return of its ever-popular Christmas Spectacular with Robin Hood.
This year’s panto promises hilarious comedy, beautiful costumes, fantastic music, magic and mayhem, and is scheduled to run at the Garrick from the 20th of November 2026 to the 10th January 2027.
We’re looking for a highly motivated individual to join our panto team as a Follow Spot Operator. This will be a Fixed Term contract beginning on the 16th of November 2026 and ending on the 10th of January 2027. You will be working across 6 days a week between 08:00 and 23:00 (up to 3 performances per day).
Duties include:
- Working as a follow spot operator as part of a the lighting team
- Working under the direction of the lighting designer
- To create a follow spot cue sheet
- To follow cues as given by the DMS or LX team
- To assist in show resets where required, under the supervision of the Stage Manager
Essential Requirements:
- Strength working as part of a team
- Previous operation of a Follow Spot
- The ability to follow instructions and adhere to all Health & Safety requirements
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- A friendly positive attitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time-keeping
Key Dates:
Technical / Dress Rehearsals: 16 Nov - 20 Nov
First Public Performance: 20 Nov
Final Public Performance: 10 January 2027
How to Apply
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative organisation and have the skills we’re looking for, we would love to hear from you.
Please send an up-to-date CV and brief covering letter, setting out your suitability for this role to recruitment@lichfieldgarrick.com together with a completed EO Monitoring Form which is available below or on our website at www.lichfieldgarrick.com/get-involved/job-vacancies
We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and positively welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds and experiences underrepresented within our current team.
A performance schedule can be provided in advance of application if requested.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at recruitment@lichfieldgarrick.com