Company Overview

The Ndere Cultural Centre is Uganda’s premier cultural hub and performance venue, located across a lush 9-acre property in Ntinda-Kisaasi, Kampala. Founded in 1986 by Stephen Rwangyezi, it serves as the home of the world-renowned Ndere Troupe, showcasing the traditional music, high-energy dance, drumming, and storytelling of over 56 distinct Ugandan ethnic tribes.

Role Context

This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth technical execution of performances and events at the Ndere Cultural Centre. The Sound & Lighting Technician will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining all sound and lighting equipment to deliver high-quality audio-visual experiences.

Responsibilities

Setting up, testing, and operating sound and lighting equipment for various events and performances.

Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with sound and lighting systems.

Performing routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.

Collaborating with performers and event organizers to meet technical requirements.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Sound & Lighting Technician or in a similar role.

Knowledge of sound and lighting equipment, including mixers, microphones, speakers, lighting consoles, and fixtures.

Ability to troubleshoot and repair technical issues.

Strong understanding of stage production and event technical requirements.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Setting up, testing, and operating sound and lighting equipment for various events and performances.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with sound and lighting systems.
• Performing routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Collaborating with performers and event organizers to meet technical requirements.

• Sound equipment operation
• Lighting equipment operation
• Technical troubleshooting
• Equipment maintenance and repair
• Stage production knowledge
• Event technical requirements

• Proven experience as a Sound & Lighting Technician or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of sound and lighting equipment, including mixers, microphones, speakers, lighting consoles, and fixtures.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair technical issues.
• Strong understanding of stage production and event technical requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.