Performing Arts Technician III (Performing Arts Technician)

Sonoma State University•Sonoma, CA

2d•$4,626 - $6,739•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Production, with additional lead work direction from show-related stage managers, the Performing Arts Technician provides live lighting support including setup/rigging of lights, wiring and focus of lights and programming/operating lighting consoles. The incumbent also provides live audio support including wiring of the stage, patching audio and assisting with the rigging and wiring of both the indoor and outdoor PAs. The incumbent provides live video support including setup and operating video equipment and streaming equipment. The types of events include performances by world-class artists, touring companies, faculty/staff/and student performances, as well as rental events. Additional duties include amplified sound setup for live performances, rigging, professional audio & video recording, load-in, setup & strike, load-out, utilizes lighting, video and audio software and hardware for recording and postproduction. In addition, the incumbent serves as a stagehand and assists with stage changes both before and during the performance. This position requires frequent work on nights and weekends, often past midnight.

Requirements

Ten years of responsible and related experience providing live lighting, video and audio services for indoor and outdoor concerts, live entertainment events and activities such as performing arts organizations, theatre and dance companies, and music organizations or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
In-depth knowledge of lighting consoles required.
Detailed knowledge and experience of live lighting, video, rigging of lighting hardware, stage wiring and patching, rigging projection screens, drapery, running and connecting power cables, and related equipment.
Must successfully complete a pre-placement exam.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of stage etiquette desired.
Membership in professional Audio/Theatrical organizations desired.

Responsibilities

Provides live lighting support including setup/rigging of lights, wiring and focus of lights and programming/operating lighting consoles.
Provides live audio support including wiring of the stage, patching audio and assisting with the rigging and wiring of both the indoor and outdoor PAs.
Provides live video support including setup and operating video equipment and streaming equipment.
Utilizes lighting, video and audio software and hardware for recording and postproduction.
Serves as a stagehand and assists with stage changes both before and during the performance.
Performs load-in, setup & strike, and load-out.
Performs professional audio & video recording.