Lighting No. 1 - World's Greatest Lover

World's Greatest Lover - Lighting No.1 Job Description

Production Name: World's Greatest Lover

Reports To: Company Stage Manager and Producers

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Location: The Other Palace, 12 Palace Street, London SW1E 5JA

Press Night: Wednesday 22 April 2026

Show Dates: Sunday 12 April 2026 - Sunday 7 June 2026

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and self sufficient Lighting No.1 to oversee all lighting and electrical elements for World's Greatest Lover. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the lighting design, operating the lighting console during performances, and ensuring safe and efficient rigging and operation of all LX equipment. As this is a one person department, a proactive and self reliant approach is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the lighting console for all performances, ensuring consistent delivery of the original design.
• Maintain and troubleshoot all lighting equipment including lanterns, dimmers, effects, and data networks.
• Carry out daily checks, focusing, plotting updates, and maintenance as required.
• Implement and maintain cueing, colour, and focus information as per the lighting documentation.

Get In, Fit Up & Get Out

• Lead the lighting fit up and get out, including rigging, patching, and system testing.
• Oversee or carry out the focus of all lighting fixtures, ensuring accuracy and safety.

Teamwork

• Oversee the training of the Technical ASM as cover for when necessary.
• Liaise with the Lighting Designer or Associate to maintain design integrity throughout the production.
• Work closely with the Production Manager, Company Stage Manager, and other departments to ensure efficient get in and tech set up.
• Coordinate with sound and technical teams on shared rigging, cabling, and power distribution.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain up to date lighting documentation including cue sheets, rig plans, and maintenance logs.
• Ensure all lighting equipment is PAT tested and used in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Report and track any issues, damage, or required repairs to the Production Manager.

Person Specification

• Proven experience as Head of Lighting or No.1 LX in a professional theatre setting.
• Strong working knowledge of digital lighting desks (e.g. ETC Ion/Gio, Avolites, etc.) and proficient in rigging, focusing, DMX networking, and fault finding under pressure.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, particularly in get in/get out situations.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with other departments.
• Calm, adaptable, and professional in a fast paced environment.

Other Information

• Evening and weekend work will be required in line with the performance schedule.
• Manual handling and working at height (e.g. ladders, access equipment) are part of this role.

How to Apply

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THP is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or socio economic background.