Associate Lighting and Projection Director

Guthrie Theater•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Lighting and Projection Director is responsible for assisting the Lighting and Projection Director in the day-to-day management and operation of the Lighting Department and ensuring that the needs of guest Lighting Designers are met. This position provides work direction to members of the Lighting and Projection team. This role is expected to act as an assistant to visiting Lighting Designers during tech on assigned productions. All employees are expected to center, model and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.

Requirements

Demonstrated leadership experience in theater or commercial theatrical lighting production. Formal, informal and cross-disciplinary experiences will be considered.
Demonstrated leadership, supervision and project management experience.
Proficient CAD skills to build, maintain and update all pertinent lighting drawings.
Experience in working with projections and various media server systems. Watchout 6 or 7 preferred.
Demonstrated experience in ETC EOS, Vectorworks and Lightwright.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office® products, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Working knowledge of IATSE collective bargaining agreements strongly preferred.
Strong commitment to health and safety in the workplace, with knowledge of current best health and safety practice within the US Theatre Industry.
Demonstrated professional diplomacy in personnel management and designer collaboration.
Skill and experience in creative problem solving to meet the artistic needs of the show within time and financial requirements.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Works well under pressure and responds calmly and efficiently to frequent changes during the production and rehearsal process.
Must be willing to work flexible hours/days, including evenings and weekends, reflective of the dynamic schedule of the theater.
Experience with and commitment to working with individuals and teams that exemplify diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, including but not limited to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, family and/or marital status, creed, religion, ancestry, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, body size/type, status with regard to public assistance or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Nice To Haves

Watchout 6 or 7 preferred.
Working knowledge of IATSE collective bargaining agreements strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lighting and Projection Director with supervision of and provide work direction to the Lighting and Projection staff.
Actively participate in fostering a work environment incorporating the Guthrie values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; and Fiscal Responsibility.
Attend and/or run department meetings to communicate pertinent information to the Lighting Department staff and the wider production staff when necessary.
Coach and develop Lighting Department staff by monitoring employee productivity and providing constructive feedback; facilitating conflict resolution among employees; and ensuring adherence to legal and organizational policies and procedures.
Act as back up to the Lighting and Projection Director in scheduling overhires, maintaining timesheets, approving Personal Time Off requests and other personnel records when required.
Collaborate with the design team and other production departments to establish methods for the design and execution of the lighting and/or other elements of productions.
Act as a liaison with production departments on interdepartmental projects.
Consult with designers and production department members on any issues that arise during the production process which pertain to the build, installation, and strike of lighting and projection equipment.
Attend weekly Production Meetings as assigned and share pertinent information with Lighting Department staff from those meetings.
Attend technical notes sessions after technical rehearsals as assigned.
Attend focus calls, technical rehearsals, and some, or all, of the previews for a given production as assigned.
Calling followspots during technical rehearsals and previews.
Create and/or maintain all lighting paperwork for assigned productions, including, but not limited to: CAD plot drafting, hookups & instrument schedules, focus charts, tracksheets, spot cue sheets, magic sheets, and any other lighting paperwork deemed necessary for any Guthrie production or presentation.
Assist Lighting Designers or Projection Designers on assigned productions in communicating daily work notes in a clear, concise and effective manner.
Assist Lighting Designers or Projection Designers on assigned productions in creatively and effectively using all the theater’s resources in the execution of their design.
Build and/or update word processing spreadsheets, database documents and CAD drafting files to keep all relevant Lighting Department files current and readily available.
Assist Lighting and Projection Director in the creation of any internal drafting and documentation of projection systems.
Organize and prepare information for daily workflow and maintenance of the lighting shop.
Work collaboratively with other departments as needed to determine and implement archival systems for future reference.
Maintain and update equipment inventory lists, databases or spreadsheets.
Assist the Lighting and Projection Director with the managerial needs of the Lighting Department.
Establish crew calls during technical rehearsals on assigned productions.
Provide on-site direction to lighting staff on various projects.
Assist the Lighting and Projection Director in researching and procuring departmental equipment and supplies.
Determine needs for departmental purchases and assist the Lighting and Projection Director in budget-tracking tasks.

Benefits

Health
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Employer contributions to HSA
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dependent Care FSA
Group Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Plan (with employer match up to 4.5% after one year of service)
Subsidized passes for Metro Transit buses and trains
Discounted pre-tax monthly ramp parking
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Complimentary Tickets to Guthrie productions
Discounted Tickets to all shows produced by the Guthrie and to some performances hosted by the Guthrie
Discounts to Guthrie classes and camps
Guthrie Store discount
Employee Affinity Groups