Head of Technical and Production

Head of Technical and Production

London, NW1

About the Roundhouse

Roundhouse is an iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Since the 1960s, we’ve opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities – day in, night out. We’re on a mission to raise the creative potential of the UK, so we give young people and artists the space to experiment, develop skills, and be part of incredible moments that go down in history.

We are now looking for a Head of Technical and Production to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week.

The Benefits

- Salary of £67,000 per annum

- 25 days’ holiday per year, plus bank holidays

- Pension scheme

- Cycle to Work, Tech and Home Scheme

- Season Ticket Loan

- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

- Health Cash Plan

- Group Life Assurance

- Staff discount at our bar and café

- Complimentary staff tickets

This is an exciting opportunity for a leader from a technical department within the theatre, performing arts, or live events industry to advance their career with our iconic organisation.

You’ll have the rare and exciting chance to work at the forefront of creating unforgettable experiences, working with global icons and rising stars to deliver moments that resonate with audiences long after the curtain falls.

Joining our fearless organisation, you’ll thrive on empowering the next generation of artists while leaving your own legacy on the UK’s cultural stage.

So, if you want to take on a leadership role at the heart of our creative programme, read on and apply today!

The Role

As our Head of Technical and Production, you will oversee our technical capabilities and Production Team in the successful delivery of events and performances across the Roundhouse estate.

Specifically, you will plan and deliver a programme of music gigs, corporate hires and artistic events, engaging with internal and external parties and leading external teams to deliver effective technical services.

You will also provide expert advice on budgets, procurement, equipment use and health and safety, while developing strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure operational excellence.

Additionally, you will:

- Support visiting artists, companies and producers with tailored technical guidance

- Provide input on contracts, arrangements and supplier accreditation processes

- Ensure duty production cover for all programmed Main Space shows and festivals

- Contribute to cross-departmental collaboration and organisational planning

About You

To be considered as our Head of Technical and Production, you will need:

- Experience of leading, managing and motivating a technical department in a multi-use venue

- Significant experience of technical production for produced shows and working with producers and artists

- Experience of setting and managing budgets

- The ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with teams and stakeholders

- Excellent negotiation skills

- Strong IT skills (including Word, Excel and CAD drawing)

- Excellent communication skills

- The willingness to work evenings and weekends when necessary

- An IOSH Managing Safely qualification or equivalent experience

- To be an accredited First Aider

Application Deadline: Wednesday 17th September 2025

Interviews: Friday 19th September 2025

Other organisations may call this role Head of Production, Technical Director, Production Manager, Head of Event Production, or Head of Technical Services.

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