"Theater Technician- Part Time- Dance (Theatre Productions)- ART"

Job Summary

Assists in the execution and management of events and/or performances within the assigned department, unit and/or division.

Responsibilities

• Assists the department leaders and staff with technical and production needs of events and/or performances in the assigned location
• Oversees various areas of production, depending on the needs of the event, under the direction of the manager
• Helps ensure that performers, designers, and crewmembers work safely in the venue
• Runs shows and operates equipment in a manner that leads to client and artist success

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum Experience Requirements:

Three (3) years of experience in theater and/or dance production or similar field

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Theater Production or similar field preferred

Work experience in a production environment of the department specialty (i.e., Dance Theater, Museums, Theater production)

Proposed Salary

The budget for this position is $20.00. Offers will be based on candidate experience and budget availability.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Able to work safely around electricity, around theatrical rigging, with personnel lifts, on ladders, and/or a catwalk
• Able to work with or around students
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of production processes, equipment, and set-up related to assigned location and/or department

SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, and project management skills
• Stage management and calling cues
• Backstage management and show run crew
• Load-in and strike of lighting, audio, and staging equipment
• Management of moving scenery and props
• Management of costumes and basic wardrobe repair and cleaning
• Lighting hang and focus, lighting console operation and basic programming (ETC Ion)
• Audio cueing, playback, and console operation (i.e., QLab, CL3)
• Setting up audio equipment (wireless mics, speakers)
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette