Pilot Audio and Lighting Assistant Director

University of Portland • Portland, OR

59d

About The Position

The position assists the PAL Director in managing the PAL service, including training and scheduling technicians, being on site during events, setting up, operating, and breaking down of PAL equipment, managing equipment inventory, and assisting the Director with tracking the PAL budget.

Requirements

• Applicants should be able to communicate and interact effectively with PAL Director and technicians, UP Faculty, Staff, students and most importantly clients and guest artists/performers.
• Must be approachable, professional, courteous and patient. Must be willing to go out of one's way to meet artist/client needs and requests.
• Be able to set up and operate both audio and lighting equipment in environments with loud music and/or loud or extraneous background noise.
• Be able to set up and operate both audio and lighting equipment, which include halogen and LED lighting, in environments which may contain different colors and intensities of light, shadows, rapid color and light intensity changes, rapid strobe or flickering effects, and both very brightly and dimly lit scenarios.
• Work in fast paced, stressful, and time-critical situations, in the above mentioned environments.
• Work as a team member or individually, with minimal supervision and direction.
• Problem solving skills are essential.
• Attention to detail
• Learn audio mixing and production techniques in a fun, safe environment
• Learn how to use technical equipment like audio mixers, speakers, and amplifiers
• Available to take shifts on a more fluid work schedule: events are often non-recurring and can occur any day of the week, including evening hours, i.e. 7pm-midnight, 10pm-1am
• Be able to lift 50-75lbs, and push (on wheels) 75-200lbs

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of audio reinforcement systems and/or lighting systems is preferred.
• Design lighting for concerts

Responsibilities

• Aid in all aspects of live entertainment production for various on-campus events.
• This includes, but is not limited to, set-up and strike of audio and/or lighting gear, trussing, stands, cables, etc.
• Knowledgeable about the PAL gear and systems and be able to operate all systems for the duration of any event.
• Responsible for quickly, quietly and effectively troubleshooting problems both in set-up and during an event, should they arise.
• Check-in with PAL Technicians as scheduled prior to and post events to evaluate performance and service.
• Train PAL Technicians on how to use equipment and preform duties professionally
• Other relevant duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees