Event Technician

Assistant to the Technical Director (f/m/d) for "Oper Leipzig"

Opera Leipzig, owned by the City of Leipzig, is looking for a full-time (39 hours or 44 hours), open-minded, communicative and technically skilled person to join the Technical Directorate of Oper Leipzig at the beginning of the 2026/2027 season (01.08.2026) as Assistant to the Technical Director (f/m/d). The Opera Leipzig follows in the tradition of over 330 years of music theater in Leipzig: In 1693, the first opera house on Brühl was opened as the third civic music theater in Europe after Venice and Hamburg. Since 1840, the world-renowned Gewandhaus Orchestra has played for all opera and ballet performances in Leipzig. In addition to the current opera house on Augustusplatz, built in 1960, the Musikalische Komödie in the Lindenau district is part of Oper Leipzig, a special venue for operettas and musicals with its own ensembles. With over 720 employees, the city's largest in-house cultural enterprise comprises a total of five supporting pillars: Opera, Musical Comedy, Leipzig Ballet, the Junge Oper and Vermittlung 360° division and the Theaterwerkstätten workshops, which produce for all of the city's theatres. The position reports directly to the Technical Director. You will support the Technical Director in organizational, administrative and technical matters relating to production operations. You will work closely with artistic teams, stage trades, workshops and external service providers and authorities. We offer you: a varied workplace in an internationally renowned music theater in the heart of a lively city with a high quality of life and a diverse cultural offering an exciting, varied job in a committed, collegial and open team an employment relationship according to NV Stage (SR Stage Technician, the salary will be agreed in the application process 45 calendar days of recreational leave per year Company pension scheme (Bayerische Versorgungskammer) as well as an employer contribution to capital-forming benefits Sustainable mobility offers, such as a subsidized job offer . A subsidized JobTicket (e.g. MDV/Deutschlandticket) and the option of JobRad leasing diverse company health offerings, e.g. back training, mental health cen Back training, mental health coaching or a health day an in-house canteen with a varied menu free water dispensers for an uncomplicated supply in everyday working life Your tasks will include, among other things: Managing the Technical Director's office and independently supporting the Technical Director in the planning and organization of work tasks in daily operations First point of contact for the Technical Director for all questions relating to cooperation with the artistic departments and the management Interface between the technical departments of the opera house and the Musikalische Komödie Collaboration in the preparation, Preparation, implementation and follow-up of in-house productions and guest performances Collaboration in the planning, implementation, management and follow-up of technical and construction projects Coordination of organizational processes in the technical operations office Production of documentation, Templates and presentations Recording and managing budgets Researching, placing orders and checking invoices Notes: We want our workforce to reflect urban society and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. Hardly able-bodied people and those of equal status have the same opportunities as applicants without a disability. Unfortunately, travel and accommodation costs cannot be covered. If you would like to become part of our team, we look forward to receiving your application! Contact: Ilka Dietze

Lighting foreman (f/m/d) for event technology for the "Volksbühne am Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz"

Title: Lighting foreman (f/m/d) for event technology Specializing in stage and studio lighting Pay scale: TV-L (E9a) Full-time position with 38.5 hours/week. Field of work: The area of responsibility includes, among other things, the organizational and technical preparation work for the lighting equipment as well as the responsible use during rehearsals and performances in consultation with the lighting department management of the Volksbühne. It also includes the independent development of lighting concepts and lighting plans for new productions of the theatre in consultation with the directing team and the department management. In addition, the department-specific field of work also extends to other organizational and technical tasks within the play and rehearsal operation of a theater, e.g. duty planning and scheduling.E.g. service planning and accounting, materials management, monitoring the technical condition and maintenance and care of the technical lighting systems, in each case taking into account the relevant safety and occupational health and safety requirements. The planning, instruction and supervision of the production of piece-related electrical switching and special installations for decoration construction, including the necessary material organization, is also part of the areas of responsibility, as is the technical instruction of the employees in the lighting department. We offer: An attractive job with a varied and responsible range of tasks in the creative environment of a renowned theater company 30 days of vacation Capital city allowance, Theater operating allowance and additional vacation days if the requirements are met Master's allowance Company pension scheme for the public sector Subsidy for monthly public transport ticket or germany ticket The Volksbühne am Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz attaches particular importance to equality between women, men and diversity. Applications from women as well as people of color, people with a migration biography and from other marginalized groups are expressly welcome. Severely disabled persons will be given preference if equally qualified. If you wish to return the submitted documents, please enclose a sufficiently stamped envelope. Unfortunately, travel expenses cannot be reimbursed. Contact: Norbert

Theater Technician (m/f/d) for the "Schubert Theater Vienna"

The Schubert Theater Wien is an independent theater in Vienna with in-house productions and guest performances in Austria and abroad. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a dedicated person in the field of theater technology . Your tasks Set-up and dismantling of productions (stage design, technology, equipment) Technical set-up of productions (light, sound, Projection) Lighting of plays and technical preparation of rehearsals and performances Evening performance management and technical supervision of performances Operation of lighting, sound and projection equipment during performances , Sound and projection technology during performances Technical supervision of guest performances in the house as well as our own productions on tour (adaptation of the production to different stage sizes andconditions) Involvement in the planning and organization of technical processes What we offer A varied field of work in an independent theater company Collaboration on exciting productions and guest performances A small, collegial team with flat hierarchies The opportunity to take on responsibility and contribute your own ideas Activities both in Vienna and on tour Contact: Simon

Signalman (m/f/d) for the "Theater Freiburg"

We are looking for you from 14.09.2026 limited until 30.04.2027 in full-time as Stellwerkbeleuchter*in The city of Freiburg im Breisgau (approx. 230,000 inhabitants) is the center of a prospering economic, scientific and cultural region with a high quality of life in an attractive scenic location in the border triangle between Germany, France and Switzerland. Freiburg is a city of culture with a lively theater and music scene. The Theater Freiburg is an essential driving force for artistic innovation and discourse in the city and the region. The Theater Freiburg is a multi-disciplinary theater (music theater, concert, drama, young theater and dance) and is run in the legal form of a municipal enterprise. Your tasks Installation and dismantling of the lighting systems for rehearsals and performances. Creating the lighting plans for the set-up Taking over and independently supervising performances of in-house productions Operating the GrandMA2 lighting system and associated network components independently. Participation in lighting rehearsals and supervision of performances at the lighting desk Production, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment for lighting and piece-specific special constructions Execution of performance-related work. Illuminating the lighting equipment used for the performance according to plan. The offer We offer temporary full-time employment under contract with the City of Freiburg, of which the Eigenbetrieb Theater Freiburg is a part. You will receive remuneration in accordance with the TVöD according to your qualifications, a special payment, performance-related pay and a contribution to the municipal pension scheme. With the JobTicket (currently €29.23/month or Deutschlandticket for €17.55/month), we reduce the burden on your bank account and protect the climate together. Hansefit (currently €37/month) ensures more exercise and balance in your everyday life. JobRad enables you to get to your workplace comfortably and in a climate-friendly way with your favorite bicycle. Applications Please send your written application (cover letter, CV, certificates, proof of employment and, if applicable, references) by 15. References) by 15.05.2026 at the latest. Please let us know if you are severely disabled or equivalent to severely disabled people so that your rights under SGB IX can be taken into account in the selection process. We love Freiburg. We live diversity. Also as an employer. That's why we look forward to receiving applications from anyone who is passionate about their subject and wants to help our city move forward. We welcome all people with different origins, gender, gender identity, disabilities, age, skin color, religion or sexual orientation. Contact: Gunild Vomstein

Lighting technician (m/f/d) for the "Theater Freiburg"

We are looking for you from 14.09.2026 limited until 28.02.2027 in approx. 50% part-time as Lighting technician The city of Freiburg im Breisgau (approx. 230,000 inhabitants) is the center of a prospering economic, scientific and cultural region with a high quality of life in an attractive scenic location in the border triangle between Germany, France and Switzerland. Freiburg is a city of culture with a lively theater and music scene. The Theater Freiburg is an essential driving force for artistic innovation and discourse in the city and the region. The Theater Freiburg is a multi-disciplinary theater (music theater, concert, drama, young theater and dance) and is run in the legal form of a municipal enterprise. Your tasks Installation and dismantling of the lighting systems for rehearsals and performances. Creating the lighting plans for the set-up Production, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment for lighting and piece-specific special constructions Performing the work relevant to the performance. Illuminating the lighting equipment used for the performance according to plan. Supervision of the ongoing performance Involvement in scenic alterations and transformations during rehearsals and performances as well as participation in guest performances at home and abroad The offer We offer temporary part-time employment under contract with the City of Freiburg, of which the Eigenbetrieb Theater Freiburg is a part. You will receive remuneration in accordance with the TVöD according to your qualifications, a special payment, performance-related pay and a contribution to the municipal pension scheme. With the JobTicket (currently €29.23/month or Deutschlandticket for €17.55/month), we reduce the burden on your bank account and protect the climate together. Hansefit (currently €37/month) ensures more exercise and balance in your everyday life. JobRad enables you to get to your workplace comfortably and in a climate-friendly way with your favorite bicycle. Applications Please send your written application (cover letter, CV, certificates, proof of employment and, if applicable, references) by 15.00 (CET). by 15.05.2026 at the latest. Please let us know if you are severely disabled or equivalent to severely disabled people so that your rights under SGB IX can be taken into account in the selection process. We love Freiburg. We live diversity. Also as an employer. That's why we look forward to receiving applications from anyone who is passionate about their subject and wants to help our city move forward. We welcome all people with different origins, gender, gender identity, disability, age, skin color, religion or sexual orientation. Contact: Gunild Vomstein

Foreman (m/f/d) in the "Lighting" department for the "Staatstheater Mainz"

The Staatstheater Mainz GmbH is looking for a Foreman (m/f/d) in the lighting department preferably full-time The Staatstheater Mainz is a multi-discipline theater consisting of music theater, drama, concert and contemporary dance. All divisions also develop productions for the children's and youth theater justmainz. The Staatstheater Mainz has four venues, which are used by all divisions in a broad repertoire. A total of around thirty premieres are produced each season. Around 390 permanent employees and almost as many temporary or guest workers work at the theater, which also has its own theater catering. Your future tasks: Organizing the daily operations of the lighting department (distribution of tasks, time and personnel planning, Reviewing the results) Managing smaller teams of lighting technicians Setting up, dismantling and/ dismantling and setting up the lighting technology for the changing repertoire Lighting up spotlights (conventional/automated) Piece-related relighting based on existing documentation Operating follow spotlights Creating piece-related documentation Maintenance, Maintenance and testing of our lighting equipment incl. the associated documentation Installation and special constructions for new productions Operation and, if necessary Programming of the lighting control panel Active cooperation in ensuring occupational safety, taking into account the relevant rules We offer: A safe, multi-faceted workplace at a multi-divisional company A collegial team and motivating working environment Compensation in accordance with TVÖD regulations (intended classification EG7) Supplementary company pension Discounted Germany ticket Discounted parking card Company health management What else you should know: The Staatstheater is particularly committed to equal opportunities for severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. The professional equality of all genders is guaranteed. We are happy to hear from applicants (m/f/d) of all nationalities. Your way to us: Are you curious? Then we look forward to receiving your informative online application (cover letter, CV, references) by 22.05.2026 We look forward to hearing from you! Contact: Rebekka Dahl

Lighting technician (f/m/d) for the "Staatstheater Mainz"

The Staatstheater Mainz GmbH is looking for a Performer (m/f/d) preferably full-time The Staatstheater Mainz is a multi-discipline theater consisting of music theater, drama, concert and contemporary dance. All divisions also develop productions for the children's and youth theater justmainz. The Staatstheater Mainz has four venues, which are used by all divisions in a broad repertoire. A total of around thirty premieres are produced each season. Around 390 permanent employees and almost as many temporary or guest employees work at the theater, which also has its own theater catering. Your future tasks: Installing/dismantling and setting up the lighting technology for the changing repertoire Lighting spotlights (conventional/automated) Piece-related relighting based on existing documentation Operating follow spotlights Creating piece-related documentation Maintenance, Maintenance and testing of our lighting equipment incl. the associated documentation Installation and special constructions for new productions Operation and, if necessary Programming of the lighting control panel Active cooperation in ensuring occupational safety, taking into account the relevant rules We offer: A safe, multi-faceted workplace at a multi-divisional hospital A collegial team and motivating working environment Compensation in accordance with TVÖD regulations Supplementary company pension Discounted Germany ticket Discounted parking card Company health management What else you should know: The Staatstheater is particularly committed to equal opportunities for severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. The professional equality of all genders is guaranteed. We are happy to hear from applicants (m/f/d) of all nationalities. Your way to us: Are you curious? Then we look forward to receiving your informative online application (cover letter, CV, references) by 22.05.2026 We look forward to hearing from you! Contact: Rebekka Dahl

Stage manager / master craftsman for event technology (m/f/d) for "Die Theater Krefeld und Mönchengladbach gGmbH"

The Theater Krefeld und Mönchengladbach gGmbH is the oldest fusion theater in Germany and employs around 500 people. It offers musical theater, ballet and drama as well as the orchestra "Niederrheinische Sinfoniker". Numerous special events, extensive theater and concert education as well as projects to promote young artists round off the wide-ranging theater profile. Every year, around 600 events take place on the stages and venues of our theaters in Krefeld and Mönchengladbach, in the Fabrik Heeder and other external venues in the respective urban areas as well as in guest venues. We are looking for a stage manager or foreman for event technology, specializing in stage technology (m/f/d) The assignment will basically take place at all venues, but will focus on the venues in Krefeld . Remuneration will be in accordance with pay group 9b TVöD VKA (collective agreement for the public sector) and taking into account personal requirements. The average weekly working time is 39 hours. We offer you a job in a dedicated team of 3 stage managers and 24 stage technicians in Krefeld and in a lively and special atmosphere that can only be found at the theater. You will enjoy all the benefits of the collective agreement for the public sector, including 30 days of vacation/year, 3 days of additional vacation in accordance with §5 TVöD-NRW, automatic salary adjustments and salary increases in accordance with the TVöD, a performance bonus in July and a special annual payment in November ("Christmas bonus"), a company pension scheme and bonuses for night, public holiday and Sunday work. We also offer a company bicycle leasing scheme and our employees receive discounted tickets for many of our performances. Your main tasks will include: Responsibility for setting up and checking the stage structures Supervision of the technical stage processes during rehearsals and performances, taking into account and ensuring the implementation of the relevant safety and occupational health and safety regulations Personnel management and technical instruction of the stage technology staff Monitoring the technical condition of the stage equipment Transferring the productions to the respective stage in Krefeld or Mönchengladbach Planning, organization and execution of special events and guest performances as well as the assumption of all organizational and stage technical tasks within the rehearsal and performance operations of the theatre Creation and maintenance of play-related documentation and hazard analyses Applications from suitable severely disabled persons are welcome. We expressly address all genders with our job advertisement. Unfortunately, travel expenses to job interviews cannot be reimbursed. Contact: Anna Berger

Lighting technician / event technician (m/f/d) for the "Deutsches Theater Göttingen"

We are looking to fill the position of a Lighting technician or event technician (m/f/d) in our lighting department part-time (29.25 hours per week) or full-time as soon as possible. The position is initially limited to 1 year. The Deutsches Theater Göttingen is a theater that stages around 20 new productions per season with an ensemble of 26 actors in three venues. It offers a diverse repertoire of classical, modern and musical plays as well as children's and youth theater on three stages. Your main responsibilities: Technical operation and maintenance of the lighting systems and equipment Lighting the performances and final rehearsals Production-related production work in the electrical field Lighting support for rehearsals and performances Small repairs and maintenance work on all of the theater's electrical systems Installation and dismantling of the spotlights and lighting equipment Our offer: Employment contract initially for a fixed term of one year with the benefits of the public sector (remuneration according to TVöD, company pension scheme, etc.). TVöD, company pension scheme, annual special payment, time bonuses, theater operating allowance, additional leave) varied responsible work in an artistic field of work with great potential for technical co-design Job ticket Attractive employee conditions for the use of the theater facilities Company health management The Deutsches Theater Göttingen promotes equality among its employees and therefore welcomes applications from all professionals, regardless of gender, ethnic, cultural or social origin, age, religion, ideology, disability or sexual identity. Please send your detailed application by 15.04.2026 as a PDF document. Contact: Swenna