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DEAR ENGlaND - SOUND NO. 3
The Sound No. 3 will support the Head of Sound and Sound No. 2 alongside other technical departments, cast members, and creatives, to technically facilitate all Sound requirements on the Dear England UK Tour 2025-2026. Together with the rest of the company, the Sound No. 3 will uphold a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and will endeavour to create and maintain a working atmosphere, in rehearsal sessions and on tour, where all feel supported and empowered to deliver their best work.
Duties and Responsibilities
To assist the Production Sound Engineer, Associate Sound Designer, Head of Sound and Sound No. 2 in tech and throughout performances, working closely with other technical crew and cast members.
To assist the Sound No. 2 with the management and preparation of radio mics, including running radio mic fittings, managing pre-show sound checks, and any other system testing on a daily basis.
To run an onstage Sound plot during performances, and to work with venue crew in their involvement with Sound backstage where necessary.
To deputise for Sound No. 2, including learning the No. 2 backstage plot, mic fittings, and assisting with any routine system and equipment maintenance work as required.
To provide technical support for any onstage rehearsals throughout the tour, as scheduled by the Company Manager and Stage Manager.
To support the administration of petty cash for Sound Department spends and obtaining VAT invoices where possible for any purchases.
To attend technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and preview notes sessions, to ensure awareness of the Sound requirements, and any resulting changes.
To keep accurate weekly timesheets and work collaboratively with the Head of Sound and Sound No. 2 in creating weekly departmental rotas.
To uphold the high production standards expected of a Sound No. 3 on a first-class play, and the high artistic quality required by the Co-Sound Designers and Associate Sound Designer.
To create and encourage a supportive and positive backstage environment for the cast and crew.
To be an active member of the company, working to support and assist staff in all departments and providing support and assistance throughout the run of performances on tour.
To comply with the various policies of the Producer and the venue on Safeguarding, Social Media, Equal Opportunities, Harassment, Sustainability, Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs and Health and Safety.
To support JAS Theatricals’ and National Theatre Productions’ commitment to making their productions accessible to all, and their commitment to provide assisted performance.
To carry out all other duties normally associated with the role of Sound No. 3 on a tour of a first-class play.
Person Specification
Extensive operational Sound experience and excellent technical skills including familiarity with video systems.
Previous large-scale touring experience essential.
Awareness of relevant Health & Safety legislation.
Flexible and self-motivated with the ability to work well with actors, and other theatre staff.
A calm and practical approach to technical troubleshooting.
Ability to lead and organise staff, with empathy and discretion.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Recruitment Process
How to apply: Email your CV and cover letter to jobs@jastheatricals.com
Closing date: Monday 1 December 2025 at 12 noon
Further queries: Email jobs@jastheatricals.com
PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early in the case of high numbers of applications received. We encourage you to apply in a timely fashion.
JAS Theatricals recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the person profile.
If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or concerns, you can email jobs@jastheatricals.com and we will be in touch with you to make the necessary arrangements.