Theatre Assistant
10AI USED FOR10%moving to55%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£22,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Theatre Assistant
Theatre assistants work in operating theatres in hospitals, helping surgeons and nurses during operations. They keep the theatre clean and organised, pass tools to the surgical team, and make sure everything is sterile and safe.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Who hires for this
National TheatreOne of the UK's most prestigious theatres, offering a range of productions and opportunities for theatre assistants.Royal Shakespeare CompanyA leading theatre company dedicated to producing Shakespeare's works and new plays, with various roles for theatre assistants.The Old VicAn iconic London theatre known for its innovative productions and commitment to training new talent in the arts.The Royal Court TheatreA prominent venue for new writing, offering a range of roles for theatre assistants in a creative environment.The Lyric HammersmithA vibrant theatre that produces a mix of classic and contemporary plays, providing opportunities for theatre assistants.Theatre Royal PlymouthA leading regional theatre offering a diverse programme of performances and opportunities for theatre assistants.Birmingham Repertory TheatreA major producing theatre in the Midlands, known for its commitment to new writing and community engagement.The Everyman TheatreA vibrant theatre in Cheltenham, offering a range of productions and opportunities for aspiring theatre professionals.The Traverse TheatreA leading venue for new writing in Edinburgh, providing opportunities for theatre assistants in a creative setting.The Alhambra TheatreA historic theatre in Bradford, known for hosting a variety of performances and offering roles for theatre assistants.