Lighting Shop + Prep Supervisor - Sound Image

Clair Global Corporation•Hayward, CA

11d

About The Position

The Lighting Shop + Prep Supervisor assumes primary responsibility for managing everyday operations of all areas of the lighting team: inbound, outbound, prep, fixture/console testing, and firmware/software updates. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and a high level of attention to detail. The supervisor must be able to manage and lead various departments by establishing goals and providing direction, possess advanced knowledge of signal flow principles, and troubleshoot effectively and efficiently. Computer literacy and availability during off-hours are also essential.

Requirements

Strong communication skills with the ability to relate to various groups of internal and external customers.
The ability to maintain confidentiality when necessary.
High level attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage and lead various departments by establishing goals and providing direction.
Advanced knowledge of signal flow principles.
Ability to troubleshoot effectively and efficiently.
Must be available by phone or email during off hours.
Must be computer literate with a willingness to improve knowledge base moving forward.
Familiar with the use of usual office machinery, timecard systems, and a security system.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with moving lights, LED & lamp based sources, consoles, networking.
Familiarity with various markets of the live events industry – corporate, festivals, dry rentals.
Experience using hand tools and power tools.
Working knowledge of ERP systems.
Experience supervising, mentoring, and coaching employees.

Responsibilities

Supervise training of new hires in the Lighting Warehouse.
Provide employee coaching and resolve department and employee issues.
Input into ERP software to accurately track, manage, and utilize company owned assets.
Ensure that equipment leaves the shop prepped at or above company standards, within the constraints of the client's specifications including the responsibility to meet client specific deadlines.
Coordinate the warehouse flow of inbound and outbound gear with other disciplines and other departments within the lighting team.
Develop and/or improve packaging of Clair lighting systems.
Collaborate on a regular basis with Clair lighting operations personnel.
Forecast lighting staffing and labor needs during peak seasons.
Ensure all lighting equipment gets tested, firmware checked/updated, and cleaned before transferring to another office or moving to prep the next show.
Continue to remain up-to-date on latest lighting technologies and standards within the live entertainment industry.
Manage sub rental inbound/outbound orders to ensure timely pickup and return of equipment.
Perform such other duties and functions as required from time to time.