Light technician (x/f/m)

Light technician (x/f/m)

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Light technician (x/f/m)

80-100% employment (38 hours per week at 100%)

Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT) is one of the world’s leading contemporary dance companies. Behind the scenes, a dedicated team of around 70 professionals ensures every performance is a world-class experience. From light and sound design to medical support and education, every detail matters — and so do you.

For our Technical Team, we are looking for a colleague to join the team. The Technical Team consists of a crew for NDT 1 (8 technicians) and NDT 2 (4 technicians). You will be part of one of the crews and be open to assist with the other crew during the season.

What You’ll Do

The Technical Team ensures the ultimate technical execution of our productions. For the crew of NDT 1 we are looking for a Light technician. Your work is varied and challenging:

  • As part of a touring dance company, you will travel with the companies in the Netherlands and abroad.
  • You are part of the technical team and work together with other departments (such as the Artistic team and Production & Preparation) on the preparations for our performances.
  • You participate in setting up and dismantling the travelling shows, including loading and unloading the trailers. In doing so, you work together with your colleagues from the other specialisations (Stage Management, Sound, Video and Stage).
  • You are part of the light department. Within this department, you will be responsible for keeping the technical infrastructure (including the data network) operational and setting lights. In addition, you will sometimes be involved in programming and operating our lighting tables.
  • You provide information for archiving the performances.
  • You are good at organising your work on stage efficiently and safely.
  • You make a direct contribution to the final result on stage.

What materials will you be working with?

At NDT we work with the following materials and software, some experience or familiarity with these systems is desirable, but not necessary:

GrandMA2, GrandMA3, MA dimmer rack, AsteraBox, LumenRadio, Ayrton Ghibli, NanoPix, Astera, Robe ParFect, Capture, Vectorworks and a store full of history.

Who are you?

Besides passion for the profession, you recognise yourself in the following:

  • You have at least an MBO working and thinking level and preferably a theatre technology or stage and event technology degree.
  • You have about 5 years’ work experience.
  • You speak both Dutch and English.
  • You have technical knowledge of (some of) the above-mentioned materials and software.
  • You enjoy working independently and in a team towards a final goal/result.
  • You enjoy touring, both in the Netherlands and internationally.
  • You have no problem working irregular hours and weekends.
  • You are aware of the latest developments in the field.

What we offer

At NDT, we believe our strength lies in our people. We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and inspiring workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. No matter your background, identity, or ability, we welcome your talent.

You can expect:
✔ A salary based on scale 5 CAO Toneel & Dans (up to €4,248 gross/month)
✔ 32 vacation days (based on full-time)
✔ Pension plan
✔ Travel allowance if you live outside The Hague
✔ A warm, informal, and international team culture
✔ Access to professional development and training opportunities
✔ Access to OpenUp, a platform for mental wellbeing and personal development
✔ A beautiful and modern home base with studios, offices and dance theatre in Amare, in the heart of The Hague – at walking distance from both Central Station and Hollands Spoor

Ready to apply

Questions about the position or application process, or want an example of a touring schedule? Feel free to contact Daan van Oene, Manager Techniek by email daan.vanoene@ndt.nl.

Send your CV and a short motivation to HR@ndt.nl no later than 24 November, with the subject line “Light Technician.”

*If you require reasonable adjustments to the application process, let us know — we’re happy to support you.

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