Theatre Arts • Methodist Church Hall • Cnr Milton Road and Wesley Street • Observatory • 7925 • Cape Town

Call for Application in Theatre Lighting and Technical

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Theatre Arts Learning Placement in Lighting and Technical (Dec 2025 – Mar 2026)

Theatre Arts, a busy independent theatre hosting 5–8 productions monthly, is offering a paid Learning Placement in Lighting and Technical from December 2025 to end of March 2026. This is a full-time placement that provides hands-on experience working closely with Theatre Arts’ technical manager in a professional theatre environment. Applicants need to understand that theatre technical work is often erratic hours with a bulk of the work happening in the evenings.

We are seeking someone who loves theatre, not from a performance perspective, but someone who wants to make a career for themselves as a technical operator and lighting designer – telling stories through light and supporting artists’ visions.

What you’ll gain

  • Practical, hands-on experience working technically with a wide variety of artists
  • Insight into the operations of a busy independent theatre
  • Working on a production from rig to final strike
  • Mentorship from an experienced professional
  • The chance to see your work contribute directly to live productions and the life of the theatre

Eligibility / Skills

  • A real interest in theatre lighting
  • Some technical experience
  • Strong teamwork skills along with an ability to work calmly under pressure
  • Enthusiasm, reliability, and creative problem solving are essential

Remuneration

  • R5000 per month

Application Process
Please submit the following through this form by the 20th November.

  • A motivation letter (max 1 page) explaining your interest in theatre lighting and technical, what your experience of theatre has been and what technical experience you have had.
  • Your CV (max 2 pages)
  • Contact details for one reference

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview.