PART-TIME ASSISTANT TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR #00053411
About The Position
Leach Theatre is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Technical Supervisor to join our production team. This part-time role is essential to the successful execution of performances, events, and rehearsals in our live performance venue. The Assistant Technical Supervisor will be responsible for supervising student crew members, coordinating technical setups, and serving as a primary contact for event organizers during events. Some combination of Stage Management, Sound, Lighting and Fly Rail experience is essential. The work schedule for this position will be set at least one month or more in advance, and will consist primarily of afternoon, evening and weekend hours. Summer employment is flexible, and can accommodate this individual being away for the summer for other professional opportunities (summer stock theatre, outdoor drama, etc).
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in technical theatre or live event production. This experience can include professional full-time and part-time work, as well as college experience in an academic theatre setting. College degree is not required.
- Proficiency in 2 or more technical disciplines including: Audio engineering (live mixing, mic setup, playback systems) Lighting systems (hang, focus, programming, patching) Stage management (calling shows, cueing) Fly systems (counterweight rigging, safety protocols)
- EMS (Event Management Software) experience, with the ability to create estimates, schedules, and invoices
- Experience supervising and mentoring student or entry-level technicians
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, based on event schedules
- Comfortable working independently and making decisions in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience in theatrical and various other event environments, not limited to academic theatre settings
- Strong Audio Skills in live mixing and troubleshooting issues, experienced in traditional Stage Management roles or proven experience managing live events, proficient with lighting hang, focus, and programing of ETC lighting consoles, standard rigging /fly rail practices
Responsibilities
- Supervise Student Crew: Provide guidance, leadership, and on-site supervision for student technicians during setup, performance, and strike/restore calls
- Event Support & Liaison: Act as a primary technical contact in addition to the Technical Operations Manager for event organizers and visiting production staff on the day of events Assist Technical Operations Manager in ensuring all technical needs are understood and implemented accurately
- Setup & Rehearsal Oversight: Lead and supervise setup calls, rehearsals, and performances including teaching skills such as lighting, audio, staging, and rigging to student crew
- Crew Scheduling & Shift Management: Assist Technical Operations Manager in creating, managing, and adjusting crew schedules to ensure adequate staffing for events and operations Track hours and coordinate with administrative staff as needed
- Technical Operations: Assist with general maintenance and troubleshooting of theatre systems, including lighting, audio, video, fly systems, and other production equipment
- Utilize EMS (Event Management Software): Use EMS daily to create estimates for events, develop crew schedules, and send invoices to clients and event organizers Ensure all EMS functions are used efficiently to streamline operations Previous EMS experience is helpful but not required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
