Working at the Princes Hall

Vacancies at the Princes Hall, Aldershot are advertised on the Rushmoor Borough Council website and via our social media channels.

Current Vacancies

Senior Technician

Salary: £36,124 to £38,626
Hours: 37 hours per week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a small team of technicians and cleaners in managing all technical and operations functions of the Princes Hall theatre. They will be skilled in all aspects of technical theatre, including sound, lighting and stage management.

The post-holder is responsible for the set-up and smooth delivery of all live events, from large professional shows to small community hirings. The role also takes responsibility for facility maintenance and health and safety compliance.

For an informal discussion, please contact Tim Astley, Venue Manager, on 01252 329 155

Venue Technician

Salary: £26,409 to £31,586
Hours: 37 hours per week.

The successful candidate will be skilled in all aspects of technical theatre, including sound, lighting and stage management. A good knowledge of digital sound desks is essential. They will also be required to set up functions, undertake general maintenance, and assist the Senior Technician with other duties. Good customer service skills, and enthusiasm, are essential.

For an informal discussion, please contact Tim Astley, Venue Manager, on 01252 329 155

Sales and Events Manager

Salary: £32,654 to £38,626
Hours: 37 hours per week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading on all activities relating to venue hiring, box office operations and marketing activities, managing a team of four permanent and two casual staff.

They will be responsible for acting as the primary contact for main hall hirers from initial enquiry through to the event itself, coordinating other departments to ensure smooth delivery of events. They will build relationships with other organisations, community groups and local businesses with the intention of developing new business for the venue. 

The postholder will be responsible for co-ordinating the sales and marketing activities at the venue. Alongside the Venue Manager, they will set all marketing strategies for the venue and work with the Sales & Marketing Officer to deliver effective marketing campaigns. 

They will ensure that the Sales and Events team maximise income generation to the venue through ticket sales, hiring income, sponsorship, advertising, donations and Friends membership. 

Applications for job share options will be considered.

For an informal discussion, please contact Tim Astley, Venue Manager, on 01252 329 155

Casual Qualified Technicians 

We are looking for qualified technicians to join our casual technical team. The ability to operate sound  (Behringer X32 Digital Mixer), lights (Avolites Pearl Expert - Titan Operating System) and manage a stage, with theatre experience being essential. 

At the Princes Hall, we have space available for two work experience students throughout the year.

We are happy to take applications from any person who has a genuine interest in working in the arts or theatre.

Please complete the Work Experience Application Form and return to the Princes Hall.

We will assess all applications and if successful, you will be invited for an interview at the Princes Hall.

For further information, please contact Georgie Shaw on 01252 398581 or email georgie.shaw@rushmoor.gov.uk