Location: The Edinburgh Castle Arena

Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour

Duration: This is a temporary position from 31 July – 29 August 2026.

The rehearsal period will take place from 31 July – 6 August (including Preview Performance). Full rehearsal schedule will be circulated in advance.

A normal working week is a minimum of 25.75 hours, between 1900-2300hrs daily Monday to Friday and 1715-2300hrs on Saturdays and Friday 28 August. You will be on duty for every performance – with a minimum call time of 4 hours.

Key Duties:

• Check the functionality of allocated spotlight and associated equipment; report any faults to the crew chief.
• Safely, and responsibly, operate a spotlight above the crowd at the Tattoo.
• Ensure that no food or drink is consumed by anyone on the gantry.
• Keep gantries clear of equipment and potential trip hazards.
• Remain vigilant for and report any unauthorised access to the lighting gantry to the crew chief.
• Respond quickly to commands issued over the lighting network from the control room.
• Be prepared to light unexpected or unusual requests, out with the ‘normal’ cues.
• Safely switch off and stow the spotlight at the end of the Show.

Essential Criteria:

• Good communication skills.
• A positive and flexible attitude.
• An understanding of lighting vocabulary and directions.
• Knowing your bearings and having a good sense of direction.
• Experience in the lighting industry.

Desirable Criteria:

• Understanding of military terminology.
• Experience spotlighting in an outdoor environment.

About the Tattoo: The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a world-class event, rooted in Scottish tradition, offering audiences an experience like no other. Performed to a live audience of 230,000 each year on the iconic Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, the Tattoo showcases creativity through music, precision performances and dance from military and cultural acts from around the globe.

The success of the Tattoo relies on the connection of performers, staff, and audiences and this enables us to contribute to Services and Arts charities each year. We’re looking for enthusiastic, passionate, and personable people to work with us and join our world-class team.

NOTE:

The work is outdoors and as such, appropriate clothing is required to cover all possible weather conditions. Waterproof outer layers are supplied. Lockers and welfare facilities are available.