Associate Show Automation Technician
About The Position
The Associate Show Automation Technician provides support for technical elements during the show run as well as repairs to department equipment and systems. They assist the Automation & Effects department with development, installation, programming, implementation, maintaining, and updating projects and systems. They understand show related programs and systems to run, troubleshoot, and repair. They operate the automation and control consoles during shows, while maintaining consistency in executing show cues in a timely, safe, and controlled manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide exceptional customer service to Show Operations departments through clear and timely communication related to technical production elements. Maintain proper care and operation of the automation consoles, software, and equipment during show times including any preparation for the start or stop of daily operations. Operate all flight, vehicle, and effect cues from the automation consoles as well as all drops, legs, effects, ramps, media, and stage lift cues during shows, rehearsals, sectionals, and demos. Assist in the creation and maintenance of detailed cue sheets and start-up/shutdown checklists. Serve as primary contact for communication of show element status with A&E, Media/Art, Deck Chief, and Stage Management during shows and technical challenges including show holds, while supporting the authority of the Stage Manager. Effectively communicate and execute cues using proper headset protocol, maintaining a calm professional demeanor. All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of electronic and electrical systems
- Hardware, software, and network computer skills
- General electronic and mechanical troubleshooting skills for lighting, projection, special effects and communications equipment
- Knowledge and experience in live stage and production
- Knowledge of programming and operation of video media systems
- Must be available to work flexible hours. Regularly scheduled to work during the shows and rehearsals, but also during other shifts as necessary to complete department projects
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service to Show Operations departments through clear and timely communication related to technical production elements.
- Maintain proper care and operation of the automation consoles, software, and equipment during show times including any preparation for the start or stop of daily operations.
- Operate all flight, vehicle, and effect cues from the automation consoles as well as all drops, legs, effects, ramps, media, and stage lift cues during shows, rehearsals, sectionals, and demos.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of detailed cue sheets and start-up/shutdown checklists.
- Serve as primary contact for communication of show element status with A&E, Media/Art, Deck Chief, and Stage Management during shows and technical challenges including show holds, while supporting the authority of the Stage Manager.
- Effectively communicate and execute cues using proper headset protocol, maintaining a calm professional demeanor.
- All other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
