Lighting Technician, Camp Kaleidoscope, Sumer Day Camp
About The Position
Lighting Technician, Camp Kaleidoscope, Sumer Day Camp Are you an experienced Lighting Technician looking for a fun and creative summer job? Join our team at Camp Kaleidoscope as a part-time Lighting Technician! As a Lighting Technician, you will be responsible for setting up and operating lighting systems for performances, events, and activities throughout the summer. Camp Kaleidoscope is a vibrant and creative day camp located in Newton, Massachusetts. Our campers are excited about music, arts, science, and the outdoors, and we are looking for a talented Lighting Technician who can help create memorable experiences for them. JCC Greater Boston offers free bus service for staff from Cambridge, Brookline, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Wayland, Framingham, Natick, Needham, Newton and Wellesley during the summer season.
Requirements
- 1+ year experience in lighting design and operation
- 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) experience working with children
- Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and staff
- Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities
- Creativity, flexibility and patience to adapt
- Positive, energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive, joyful camp environment
- Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed
- Self-starter who takes the initiative
- Must be able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships
- Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when needed
- Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership
- Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to work in variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time in case of rain, heat, humidity, cold, or other environmental factors to ensure the supervision and safety of campers in our care.
- Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc.)
- Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.
Nice To Haves
- College degree, concentration, certification, or equivalent experience in musical theater, costume or fashion design preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree in Lighting Design, Technical Theater, or related field
Responsibilities
- Produce lighting design and operation for two fully staged musical theater productions each summer, one every four weeks.
- Modify lighting and cues as needed.
- Work under the direction of the Theater Director and collaborate closely with the camp theater production staff/team.
- Display flexibility and a positive attitude throughout the production process.
- Plan, prepare, and lead age-appropriate activities in your specialty area
- Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities
- Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill-building and exploration
- Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience
- Maintain, organize, and request necessary supplies and equipment
- Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers
- Support camp-wide special events and large-group programming as assigned
- Assist with overall camp operations as needed (drop-off/pick-up, transitions, lunch, supervision, etc.)
- Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
- Actively participate as an essential team member
- Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling
- Enthusiastically representing the organization, model excellence and achievement
- Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Free bus service for staff
- JCC Health & Fitness center access
- Supportive, vibrant in-person work environment
- Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs may be available for camp employees’ children based on availability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
