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Description:Cirkus Syd is a networking platform for international research, development and innovation based in Lund, Sweden.Cirkus Syd is a platform to connect people, ideas and practises across borders and genres. We work in the cultural sphere using our expertise in contemporary circus arts, collaborate to inspire structural development and new opportunities. We are excited by innovation, entrepreneurship, DIY, DIT and artistic research and we champion culture as an agent for democratic participation. We are an international NGO with a global membership base and we invite collaborators, partners and stakeholders to create visionary and developmental projects bringing people together to explore transdisciplinary cultural practises in our society. We were founded in 2018 and have quickly gained momentum and breadth of activity due to the extensive experience and capacity of the board. Our flagship project are Circus Thinkers Platform connecting independent voices across the globe and the development of circus making in the region of Skåne. We host a developing publishing house with a book shop and library. Cirkus Syd is part of 4 international networks: BNCN, Circostrada European Network for Circus and Street Arts, INCAM international network of circus Magazine & Culture Action Europe. Cirkus Syd is undergoing in an expansive phase and currently developing a new regional festival. We are searching for a circus technician to work with to support the practical and technical development and presentation of work in and outside of the festival. We are looking for someone who: wants to be a member of out team and work with us on the complex challenges of presenting circus in a variety of professional contexts. is keen for circus to develop as an art form is interested in learning and taking on challenges with a can-do attitude and sense of responsibility is a team player and good communicator Areas of responsibility: - Supporting presentation for circus works - Exploring solutions for presentation of circus works - Site-visits - Sourcing and buying technical equipment when necessary - Site-visits and developing plans for presentation of circus works indoor and outdoors - Securing permits for presentation of circus works - Creation of systems for production management - Maintenance and record keeping of rigging and technical equipment Requirements:Technical knowledge of presenting performing artsKnowledge and experience of working with contemporary circus Interest and at least basic knowledge in rigging solutions Keen interest in circus Prepare To Present:To apply email [email protected] with 'Circus Technician' in the subject field.Please write a cover letter letting us know who you are and why you are interested to work in this position. Please include a CV or a summary of your previous relevant experience. Additional Information:We are keen to find the right collaborator and therefore do not specify a percentage or hours per week, but would like to hear from interested person about their availability for this role and subsequently discuss scope.
Application Deadline:
Dec. 14, 2023
Job Duration:
Open ended
Contract Dates:
Flexible during 2023
Job/Audition Type:
Part Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Pay Scale:
From 1 to 2 SEK/month
Job Location:
Sweden,
Skåne, Lund |