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
