On-Call, Production Coordinator

Santa Clara University • Santa Clara, CA

11h • $29

About The Position

The Production Coordinator provides technical expertise, oversight, and supervision of the event technicians for SCU Presents Performing Art Center departments. The technical proficiency may be in any of the following areas: technical, (lighting, sound, rigging, staging), Front-of-house, operations or administration for university or off-campus users and patrons of the Mayer Theatre, Fess Parker Studio Theatre, Recital Hall, or other designated performing arts venues.

Requirements

• Demonstrate basic technical knowledge in a performing arts discipline: technical, (lighting, sound, stage systems), Front-of-House, Operational, or administration.
• Ability to work well under pressure and with time constraints.
• Demonstrate interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible evening and weekend availability is imperative.
• Must have knowledge of relevant safety regulations required.
• Able to complete the general physical requirements as described for each position by the specific department. May include physical exertion which may include lifting, kneeling, and bending of knees and back, ability to work at elevated heights using a ladder, extension ladder, and lift (technical).
• Understanding and support of the Jesuit tradition of education and a commitment to the fundamental values of service to others, community, and diversity.
• High school diploma preferred.
• 1-year of relevant experience working in a theatre preferred.
• A minimum of two years face-to-face customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general supervision, under the direction of an production supervisor for events and provide technical expertise, (stage set-up, sound and lighting systems), operational or administrative, for performances, concerts, and lecture needs for SCU Presents
• Supervise the technical activities of the on-call event staff and students.
• Assist the Production supervisor in department-specific SCU Presents Performing Arts Center events.
• Other Duties as Assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees