AV & Production Technician - Cranleigh Abu Dhabi

Role Overview

AV & Production Technician at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, part of ALDAR EDUCATION. Based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Start date: August 2026.

Role Purpose

Support one of the UAE's leading school performing arts and events programmes by delivering technical excellence across live sound, theatrical lighting, and audio-visual systems. Manage day-to-day technical needs while designing and operating sound and lighting for large-scale musical productions, performances, concerts, and school events.

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.
• Work alongside 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.
• Support marketing and communications teams with 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 also be considered.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in an Audio Visual, Technical Theatre, Production, Events or Performing Arts support role.
• 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 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. Additional tasks reasonably deemed appropriate may be required. A full job description will be provided alongside a formal contract offer.