Production Manager

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

60d•$25

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Production, this “Floating” Concert Operations Stage Manager assists with all technical aspects and maintenance for Concert Operations facilities. (i.e. sound equipment, electrical systems, lighting systems, etc.). This position has responsibility to assist in the technical production and support for concerts, clinics, recitals, and other events held on and off campus. Works with appropriate area’s regarding the set up and use of the facilities for college and outside rental functions, meetings and events. Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Production, this “Floating” Concert Operations Stage Manager assists with all technical aspects and maintenance for Concert Operations facilities. (i.e. sound equipment, electrical systems, lighting systems, etc.). This position has responsibility to assist in the technical production and support for concerts, clinics, recitals, and other events held on and off campus. Works with appropriate area’s regarding the set up and use of the facilities for college and outside rental functions, meetings and events.

Requirements

Strong technical skills to provide a working knowledge of the safety standards, upgrading, and maintenance of theater equipment, including operation of lighting systems, electrical systems and sound equipment.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime hour
Demonstrated experience in technical and production operations in a live music venue.
Experience in sound reinforcement and lighting techniques and operations.
Knowledge of state-of-the-art sound and lighting techniques and operations.
General knowledge of maintenance requirements and techniques for all sound and lighting equipment.

Nice To Haves

Related Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with technical and sound reinforcement needs for events at the Berklee Performance Center, The Lawrence and Alma Berk recital Hall, Colvin Hall, DFRH, Café 939, 160 Cafeteria, as well as off campus events (Commencement concert, Commencement, Encore Gala, etc.).
Operates venue lighting and sound equipment.
Assists with load-in, load-out and set up of equipment for college shows, events, and outside productions. Also assists with spotlight operations, stage and equipment maintenance, electrical power distribution, specialized equipment, staging, stage sets and all related production needs.
Maintains, repairs, and installs concert sound and lighting equipment in the College’s performance venues whenever necessary.
Reports equipment malfunctions or concerns to the Associate Director of Production.
Makes recommendations for improvements to venues, equipment, etc.
Meet with Associate Director of Production to review all technical and production requirements for college shows and events (on and off campus).
Maintain appropriate event, production and maintenance records and distribute to appropriate individuals.
Other duties within the scope of the job description as assigned.
Assist in supervision and/or training of work-study stage crew employees.