Technical Associate (Part-time, Temp)

Fairfield University is a co-educational, comprehensive Jesuit university with a 200-acre campus located along the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT. The University is comprised of approximately 3,500 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students pursuing degrees within 5 schools: The College of Arts and Sciences, The Charles F. Dolan School of Business, The School of Engineering, The Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies, and School of Education and Human Development. As an expression of our Jesuit, Catholic mission and identity, Fairfield embraces a liberal humanistic approach to education, encouraging critical thinking, cultivating free and open inquiry, and fostering ethical and religious values.

Job Description:

Primary Work Location: 200 Barlow Road – Quick Center for the Arts

Direct Supervisor: Russ Nagy, Technical Director

Unusual Work Conditions: Early morning, late evening, and weekend work hours will be required for specific events.

Education, Certification, License, and Experience Requirements:

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

BA in Technical Theatre or 3 years’ experience working in an active Performing Arts Center or Theatrical Roadhouse.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL NEEDED:

Must have:

• -working knowledge of video projection systems, lighting consoles, audio consoles and general stage work.
• -working knowledge of Power Point, Vectorworks, QLab and other theatrical/presentation-based software.
• -excellent trouble shooting skills.
• -excellent problem-solving skills.

Must be able to communicate clearly and respectfully with clients, guests and co-workers.

Stage Management experience a plus.

Essential Functions:

• Assists Technical Director (TD) in:
  • Coordinating, administering, and supervising assigned events
  • Maintaining accurate records
• Prepare and implement technical needs prior to each event, including:
  • Consulting with TD on event specific needs (lighting, audio, video projection, staging, soft goods and audience seating…)
  • Advising TD on staffing requirements and scheduling
• Setting up and running Computers, Lighting Consoles, Audio Consoles and Video Projectors as needed
• Coordinate with guest artists, and event staff to ensure successful production of events, including:
  • Assess level of management needed for each event’s successful run onstage, and fulfill that role as needed during the event
  • Ensure success of event within existing time restraints by coordinating technical staff and prioritizing the implementation of technical needs as necessary
  • Coordinate with Front of House staff to open doors, and begin event in a timely manner
  • Manage and organize technical personnel to facilitate the successful operation of event
• Communicate inventory availability and potential conflicts to TD
• Develop priorities and monitor workflow
• Supervise students and professional theater technicians to prepare, run, and strike productions
• Participate in the professional development of the department. This involves:
  • Promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the University community and consistent with the department’s mission
  • Monitoring development in theater technical production through attendance at workshops and seminars and in the reading of professional literature
  • Communicating with supervisor regarding pertinent departmental matters
• Promote safe and secure working conditions. This involves:
  • Promoting the proper utilization of equipment and materials
  • Notifying supervisor immediately of any unsafe working conditions
• Become part of technical running crew for any QCA events as needed
• Perform other related duties as requested.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

• Professional Stagehands
• Production Assistants
• Student Workers

Work Schedule: Part-time (nights and weekends included)

Employee Type: Part-time, temporary ($45/hour / ~19 hours per week)

Category: Academic - Staff