Assistant Lighting Lead

Tuacahn Center For The Arts•Ivins, UT

2d•$22 - $26

About The Position

The Assistant Lighting Lead is a full-time, year-round member of the Production Department and an integral part of the production team. The role assists with the day-to-day operation of the Lighting Department and helps ensure guest Lighting Designers’ needs are met. The position directs lighting personnel and collaborates with other departments to support artists’ lighting and electrical visions. The Assistant Lighting Lead helps maintain season paperwork and lighting files, supports the lighting rig and set electrics, and participates in installations, hang and focus work, changeovers, technical rehearsals, previews, production setup, and strikes. The role also acts as a swing for Lighting and Video Department positions during the Broadway season, leads crews when needed, and provides technical and administrative support to designers and the Lighting Lead.

Requirements

Knowledge of and passion for live theater.
Bachelor's degree in technical theatre and at least three years of experience as a Lighting Technician or similar role with a professional dance, music, or theatre company.
Working knowledge of theatrical lighting technologies, including luminaires, dimming and power distribution systems, control systems, LED technologies, electrical theory, and practical electrical skills.
Knowledge of rigging safety.
Proficiency with Lightwright and Vectorworks.
Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
Demonstrated leadership skills, experience working with designers, and a strong understanding of other production areas.
Ability to work efficiently in a time-sensitive environment.
Ability to work occasional weekends and nights.
Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and work at heights and in small spaces.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of LED technology.
Knowledge of conventional and moving lights.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lighting Lead with maintaining accurate season paperwork, including updating Lightwright and Vectorworks files.
Help maintain the lighting rig and install set electrics, including hanging and focusing equipment and meeting other departmental needs.
Act as a swing for Lighting Department and Video Department roles during the Broadway season.
Lead crews when needed and manage crews in multiple spaces.
Manage and participate in changeovers, technical rehearsals, and previews to address technical lighting needs, assist designers, monitor and support staff, and collaborate with other shops.
Assist Lighting Designers during the technical rehearsal and preview process.
Read show reports, rehearsal schedules, and calendars; follow up on relevant details or notes and communicate information to the Lighting Lead and others as needed.
Follow the Production Department’s policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Assist with setup and strike of all Tuacahn productions.
Work safely and professionally, maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude.
Complete additional assignments as required for Tuacahn productions.