Lighting Supervisor (Head Lighting)

Pablo Center•Eau Claire, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lighting Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the production lighting department and implementing lighting needs for events at the Pablo Center. This role supports the Production Team in executing production details for multiple events across various spaces, often occurring simultaneously. The Lighting Supervisor will creatively solve production challenges within budget, labor, and rental agreement guidelines, while managing and maintaining the center's lighting inventory and assisting in establishing lighting system standards. The position ensures adequate lighting for campus events held at the center and provides support for community events in various capacities. This is a full-time, exempt position requiring flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The staff member is expected to uphold the Pablo Center Mission, demonstrating service excellence, commitment to student development, and behaviors that represent the center's values, including fostering an inclusive environment and championing diversity.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study from a nationally accredited institution or comparable professional experience.
Previously demonstrated strong leadership, mentoring and training experience in performing arts production.
Production experience in venues of varying sizes.
Minimum of 2 – 4 years of professional experience in theatrical or concert lighting.
Knowledge and understanding of principles of lighting design and technology, and electrical safety.
Fluent in conventional, LED and moving light fixtures, including hang, focus, circuiting, and patching.
Able to read a light plot and lighting paperwork and effectively communicate data to crew.
Strong, effective, and positive interpersonal and communication skills.
Fixture repair and maintenance skills.
Positive completion of a criminal background check.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

B.A. or B.F.A. in Theatre or comparable professional experience; with training in multiple departments of technical theatre and production design including – but not limited to – lighting, rigging, projections, audio, stagecraft, and stage management.
Previous professional experience in theatre and live production as a Production Electrician/L1.
Able to program within the EOS family of consoles. Pablo Center uses the ETC Gio@5 in both main spaces.
Experience with automated lighting programming and DMX protocols.
Computer proficiency as it relates to current lighting and projections technology, preferably in both Mac and Windows environments.
Working knowledge of Vectorworks Spotlight and Lightwright 6.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Experience in a training role and managing people of varying backgrounds and skill sets in professional and pre-professional environments.
Able to effectively lead a group, work within a group, and work independently.
Organized, attentive, accountable, and creative.
Effective at prioritising, troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Strong interest in providing a superior experience to artists and audiences.
Established commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as House Electrician/House Lighting Designer/House Lighting Director for events presented by Pablo Center and for constituent productions.
Advise affiliate theatre companies on Pablo Center lighting standards and procedures.
Maintain lighting equipment, track lighting inventory, and keep accurate light plots and paperwork.
Conduct lighting calls as needed to advance, strike, and restore light plots, as well as perform maintenance.
Assist in training crew on safe, professional standards for lighting installation and care.
Assist with advancing shows and providing visiting Designers and Technicians with accurate information.
Serve as House LD and/or Board Op for certain events presented by Pablo Center as needed.
Coordinate crew and work assignments with other Pablo Center departments.
Participate in training for position, safety, first aid, and emergency procedures.
Follow the employee handbook and code of conduct.
Know safety protocols for lighting work and alert staff when safety is an issue.
Wear PPE in accordance with current building, county health, and OSHA guidelines.
Work collaboratively for extended periods of time in close proximity with Artists, Patrons, Students, Community Members, and Pablo Center Staff.
Other duties as assigned or as experience and opportunity allow.