Temporary Overhire Master Electrician

The New School•Medford Township, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Performing Arts at The New School is seeking an Overhire Master Electrician to support lighting operations across the College, including Drama Mainstage productions, operas, concerts, experimental productions, external performance partnerships, and musicals. The role oversees assigned lighting systems and equipment in College of Performing Arts venues and advises the Full-Time Master Electrician on staffing needs for productions in other New School or rented venues. This is an overhire position with no regular or guaranteed weekly hours. Work is scheduled by the Lighting department as needed. Renewal may be possible depending on institutional need and funding. The position is primarily in person and campus-based.

Requirements

Three to five years of previous experience as a master electrician.
Ability to work productively, graciously, and with an appropriate sense of humor under strict time constraints.
Ability to work flexible hours as assigned based on project assignments.
Understanding of lighting principles, lighting technology, and electricity.
Strong expertise in ETC EOS environment, ETC networking software, Paradigm controls, and LED lighting units.
Ability to read and execute light plots.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks.
Flexibility and a team-player sensibility.
Knowledge of safety procedures for theatrical lighting, rigging, and staff safety when working at heights.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of projection and video playback systems.
Bachelor's degree in Theatre Lighting Design and Technology.

Responsibilities

Implement lighting designs for Mannes, Jazz, and Drama productions.
Work with the Full-Time Master Electrician to evaluate the costs and feasibility of lighting designs.
Oversee repair and maintenance of lighting equipment and systems in Mannes, Jazz, and Drama venues.
Assist with class concerts or small productions as assigned.
Supervise lighting hang, focus, and strikes for Mannes, Jazz, and Drama productions as assigned.
Coordinate with the Full-Time Master Electrician on budgets and lighting needs for the Mannes, Jazz, and Drama Production department, and advise on projection- and video-related requests.
Assist the Full-Time Master Electrician in managing equipment and staffing budgets for productions, concerts, and events.
Program and operate light boards for Mannes, Jazz, and Drama productions, concerts, or events as assigned, or hire staff for these roles when needed.
Oversee enforcement, compliance, and permits for fire, health, and safety matters in College of Performing Arts venues and productions, in coordination with University partners, as related to lighting or effects.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.