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Seasonal Special Effect Technician, Burnt Toast SFX

  •  UK-wide
  •  Under ÂŁ10K
  •  Full time
  •  Closes October 13, 2025
  •  Casey Ridealgh
  •  enquiries@burnt-toast.co.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

We’re looking for a hard-working, theatre-experienced team member to join one of the countries leading special effect companies for the upcoming pantomime season (10th November 2025 – 13th January 2026).

Job Description

We're looking for a hard-working, theatre-experienced team member to join one of the countries leading special effect companies for the upcoming pantomime season (10th November 2025 - 13th January 2026).

This is a hands-on role where you'll receive full training in theatre special effects and work as part of our tight-knit, supportive team. You'll be involved in lifting, installing and removing flying and special effects in theatre venues across the UK - helping to bring unforgettable moments of stage magic to life.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

  • Aged 21+ with at least 2 years of driving experience

  • Confident driving Luton vans

  • Comfortable with manual handling and physical work in theatre settings

  • Theatre experience (backstage, technical, or similar)

  • Enthusiastic, reliable, and a strong team player

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

  • Lifting, installing, and removing flying and special effects in theatre venues

  • Working as part of a collaborative team on-site and in rehearsals

  • Ensuring effects are handled, transported, and set up safely

  • Driving Luton vans to and from venues as part of tour logistics

How to Apply

Send us an email with:

Your CV
Details of your experience
A short note on why you’d like to join the team
Where you’re based

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