- Framework:
- Technical Theatre: Lighting Sound & Stage
- Level:
- 3
Pathway options and levels
Technical Theatre: Lighting Sound & Stage Level 3
Technical Theatre: Lighting Sound & Stage Level 3
Further information
Duration
18 months
Progression routes
Level 3: Technical Theatre (Lighting, Sound and Stage)
Progression into the Level 3 in Technical Theatre
This can be from a variety of routes including:
- Foundation Apprenticeship in Technical Theatre
- Welsh Baccalaureate Principal Learning Qualification in Creative & Media
- General or vocational qualifications related to or relevant for the creative and cultural industries
Progression from the Apprenticeship Jobs
Specific roles which might lead on from these pathways include:
- Lighting: Lighting Technician (or Lead Lighting Technician)
- Sound: Sound Technician (or Lead Sound Technician)
- Stage : Stage Technician(or Lead Stage Technician), Head Flyman
Following a period of working within the same role and the development of additional skills either at a higher level or at the same level; Senior Sound Technician, Senior Stage Technician, Head Flyman.
And with further development and training, potential jobs may include, for example, a Technical Manager or Stage Manager.
FE/HE
For those who wish to continue their development of skills and qualifications beyond level 3, opportunities exist to undertake higher qualifications such as:
- HDN/HNC Theatre Electrics
- After further development and training possibly a Foundation degree in Technical Theatre
- Level 4/5 qualifications in Management
- Other vocational qualifications related to or relevant for the creative and cultural industries.
Qualifications
Level 3 Certificate in Technical Theatre (Sound, Light and Stage)
What are the entry requirements for this pathway?
All apprenticeship pathways in Wales have entry requirements.
If you are interested in undertaking this pathway – you need to have the following entry level qualification(s);
Level 3
Employers are looking to widen the pool of potential recruits into Technical Theatre to give more opportunity to individuals to get their foot in the door of the industry.
They are particularly interested in those who:
show a keen interest in working in backstage roles
understand the importance of working in teams and are willing to work shifts.
Please note: Technician roles will often require manual handling and may also involve work at heights, in cramped conditions.
Applicants may have prior experience or qualifications in any of the creative industries or technical support roles, supported by a portfolio of evidence, but this is not mandatory as training providers and employers will use initial assessment to ensure that applicants have a fair opportunity to demonstrate their ability. Programmes will then be tailored to meet individual needs, recognising prior qualifications and experience.
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