Tinkering Officer - At Bristol

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Pay: £21,000 – 24,000

Fixed term contract of 12 months.

37.5 per week. Working 5 days out of 7, normally Monday to Friday but will include some weekend working.

Deadline: Sunday 31st January 2016

Interview: wc. 15th February 

If you love the practical side of creating and experimenting with science, technology and design, and want to share your enthusiasm and experience with others, this exciting opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Science Centres may be for you. In July 2016, At-Bristol will open its new Tinkering Space – a maker space where visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to try their hand at making exciting creations, developing new skills and exploring new technologies.

We need a talented individual with strong technical skills to develop innovative activities for both public and schools audiences, working closely with our Education and Live Science teams.  The role is a varied and busy one liaising with others within and beyond At-Bristol and responding flexibly to the demands of a dynamic and fast-paced working environment.

A full Person Specification and further details of the role can be found on our website.

For further information about the At-Bristol team:

• Take a look at their profiles on the At-Bristol web page
• Watch them in action on the At-Bristol You tube channel here and here
• Or drop them a tweet @AtBristol_LST

 Please apply by sending a covering letter outlining why you think you are suitable for the position, along with a full CV to Sandrine Arnold (recruitment@at-bristol.org.uk)

Alternatively, you can post to Recruitment, At-Bristol, Anchor Road, Harbourside, Bristol BS1 5DB.

Co-Founder for new theatre experience company - Frissonic

Pay: 10-15k pro rata

Deadline: 31st October 2015 

Contact: Sophie  fissonic.club@gmail.com

Frissonic is a new start-up theatrical events company based in Bristol. The first event will launch in Bristol and then Glasgow in March 2016.

Frissonic is seeking a business minded individual who is passionate about creating 'music-evoked frisson' (the sensation of chills and gooseflesh that music can provoke in listeners) in an audience.

This is a call-out for those who are driven by creating music-based experiences and immersive environments. Frissonic is looking for a technically orientated person that is experienced in the music and clubbing sector for the Co-Founder role. As the Co-Founder of a start-up it will require the full comittment of an individual that has the drive to develop a business from the very beginning.

The role itself is yet to be defined but will be working hand-in-hand with Frissonic's other Co-Founder who is from a film and theatre background that's particularly focused in immersive events. 

NB This role is based on a profit-share system

If this peaks your interest, drop Sophie a line with a little about yourself, what you feel you could bring to the role and what you want to get out of it.

Technical Manager - Showcase Cinema de Lux, Bristol

Source: www.artsjobs.org.uk

Pay: 20-25k (Full Time)

Deadline: Friday 4th September 2015 

The Purpose

Ensuring that the highest levels of film presentation are achieved through auditorium, booth evaluations and to oversee all programmes and resources supporting all aspects of Digital Cinema.

The successful candidate will: 

-Have previous experience in a technical role

-Train other Managers using Showcase established training materials

-Have live music and live event experience

-Be able to demonstrate project management skills

-Posses excellent communication skills across all levels

-Have knowledge of current Health and Safety Legislation

-Possess excellent attention to detail

-Provide Technical Support and Quality Assurance for screenings and special events

-Create / schedule SPL’s, check KDM’s, trailer programming etc.

-Understand and track expenditure related to booth maintenance repairs and supplies

-Manage the Xenon Bulb Inventory, including tracking use, submitting orders and maintaining spare lamps

-Complete all other functions and assignments as assigned by the General Manager

Please send a CV with cover letter to James Jones. gmbristolcdl (at) national-amusements.com

Technical and Exhibition Assistants - Antlers Gallery

Source: www.antlersgallery.com

Deadline: Monday 17 November 2014 – 5pm

Salary: Voluntary

Informal Interviews: Wednesday 19 November 2014

Exhibition Dates: 28 November 2014 – 10 January 2015 [Closed for Christmas 24 December – 4 January]

Antlers are looking for volunteers to be part of their upcoming exhibition You Move Me featuring a site-specific installation by Jo Lathwood and other commissioned artists. This opportunity offers the chance to gain experience in the following areas: install, invigilation, public relations and events.

Role Breakdowns:

Technical Assistants will have a hands-on role helping with exhibition build and take down.

Exhibition Assistants will be helping when the exhibition is open. It is important you feel confident interacting with the public and talking about artworks in an exhibition context.

*Please specify if you are applying for one or both of the (above) positions in your application. 

To apply: please email (nicol@antlersgallery.com) a CV and Covering Letter (each no longer than one side of A4) indicating your relevant experience and any particular areas you want to gain experience in to: admin@antlersgallery.com.

*Please also include your availability (for example: days, evenings, weekends in November/ December/ January).

We look forward to receiving your application!