AV & Production Technician - Cranleigh Abu Dhabi

Role Overview

AV & Production Technician at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, part of ALDAR EDUCATION, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Start date: August 2026.

Role Purpose

Support the delivery of concerts, productions, assemblies, sporting events, parent events and wider school activities whilst maintaining and developing the school's audio-visual, sound and lighting infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support & AV Operations

• Manage, maintain and troubleshoot the school's AV equipment, including sound, lighting, projection and recording systems.
• Set up, operate and strike AV equipment for assemblies, productions, performances, concerts, examinations and school events.
• Provide technical support to staff, students and external providers during events and performances.
• Support classroom and meeting room technology where required.
• Maintain an inventory of AV equipment and recommend replacement or upgrade requirements.

Performing Arts & Productions

• Lead responsibility for the operation, programming and maintenance of theatrical lighting systems, sound systems and production technology used across the school.
• Design, programme and operate lighting and sound for major school productions, concerts, dance shows and musical theatre performances.
• Support the technical requirements of large-scale productions, including those involving live orchestras, multiple performance spaces and external performers.
• Partner with the Director of Performing Arts, Music and Drama teams to develop technical production plans and ensure professional standards are maintained.
• Manage rehearsals, technical rehearsals and performance runs from a sound, lighting and stage management perspective.
• Maintain all theatre, auditorium and performing arts technical equipment, ensuring operational readiness throughout the academic year.
• Support recording, livestreaming and multimedia requirements for performances and school events.

Events & Community Engagement

• Provide AV support for parent events, open days, graduations, conferences and community events.
• Partner with marketing and communications teams on audio, visual and recording requirements.
• Assist with livestreaming, recording and broadcasting of school events where required.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all AV and production equipment is operated safely and in accordance with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and report any defects.
• Maintain safe working practices in performance spaces, theatres and event venues.

General

• Support the wider Operations and Performing Arts teams as required.
• Participate in school events outside of normal working hours where operationally required.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, operating procedures and equipment guides to support continuity of service.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as reasonably requested by the school.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma, Degree or Professional Qualification in Audio Visual Technology, Sound Engineering, Technical Theatre, Event Production, Media Technology or a related field.
• Equivalent industry experience will be considered.
• 3–5 years' experience in an Audio Visual, Technical Theatre, Production, Events or Performing Arts support role.

Skills & Competencies

• Experience working with professional audio-visual, sound and lighting equipment.
• Experience supporting live events, concerts, theatrical productions and musical performances.
• Experience programming and operating stage lighting systems.
• Strong understanding of live sound mixing, microphones and audio systems.
• Experience supporting productions involving multiple performers, musicians and/or live orchestras.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining AV equipment.
• Experience working in a school, theatre, performing arts venue or live events environment is desirable.

Additional Information

• Application closing date: 5th May 2026.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; the school reserves the right to make an appointment earlier should an exceptional candidate be identified.
• Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
• Appropriate safeguarding and background checks will be undertaken prior to appointment.
• This job description is a fluid document and may evolve to reflect the needs of the growing school.
• A full job description will be provided alongside a formal contract offer.