THEATER WINTERTHUR: Lighting Technician (60 - 80 %)

Stadt Winterthur

Winterthur

Key information

Publication date:23 January 2026
Workload:60 – 80%
Contract type:Permanent position
Place of work:Winterthur

Job summary

Die Theater Winterthur AG operates Switzerland's largest guest house. It's an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant team in a dynamic work environment.

Tasks

Prepare and manage lighting for rehearsals and events.
Advise and support guests, clients, and artists.
Maintain lighting systems and assist in sound and video tech.

Skills

Training as a lighting technician or similar experience required.
Experience with ETC consoles and networking technology.
Good German and English language skills essential.

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Theater Winterthur AG operates the largest touring theatre in Switzerland. It presents national and international productions in the fields of opera, operetta, musical, drama, dance and ballet as well as children's and youth theatre. With first-class technical and personnel equipment, the house is also available to external organizers for performances, congresses and conferences. From 01.04.2026 or by arrangement, our technical team needs support. Are you interested in acting as an interface between Theater Winterthur AG, the touring theatres, production partners and organizers? We look forward to a team-oriented, flexible and committed personality who can remain calm and maintain an overview even in hectic times.

Your Tasks

Preparation, setup and supervision of lighting technology during rehearsals, performances and events

Advice and support for guests, customers and artists

Maintenance and servicing of lighting technology systems and equipment

Collaboration in the areas of sound and video technology and support in stage technology

Support in the training of apprentices for event management EFZ

Your Profile

Training as a lighting technician or event management EFZ or similar training or many years of relevant experience in the field

Experience in network technology and sound knowledge in operating ETC consoles (programming, patching and running rehearsals and performances)

Understanding of the processes and technology in the areas of sound, video and stage technology

Willingness to work very irregular hours (evenings, weekends, holidays)

Good German and English language skills

What We Offer

Committed and friendly technical team

Exciting and very versatile tasks

First-class technical equipment

Modern employment conditions

Attractive workplace in a unique touring operation

Contact

Your questions about the position will be gladly answered by André Schwabe, Technical Director, 052 267 50 35.
Learn more? https://theaterwinterthur.ch

We look forward to receiving your application documents by e-mail at: theater.personal@win.ch

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