Stage Operations Assistant (2 Openings)
About The Position
Working closely with the Technical Director of Stage Operations, the Stage Operations Assistant’s primary responsibility will be to support the hang and focus of theatrical lighting for the Theatre, Dance, and Music Department productions at the Eisner Center. Functioning as a Head Production Electrician, they will lead student crews to safely and accurately install theatrical lighting in multiple performance venues. In addition, the Stage Operation team handles the load in of seating risers, audio equipment, and soft goods. The schedule will be flexible and scheduled on an as-needed basis between August – May, not to exceed 100 hours each semester.
Requirements
- At least one year of documented experience in theatrical lighting.
- Ability to read and interpret lighting plots and install theatrical lighting.
- Experience with ETC Ion or ETC IonXE lighting control consoles.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience related to theatrical lighting installation and leading a crew.
- Experience with digital audio consoles.
- Experience with ETCNet digital lighting systems.
- Facility with working with undergraduate students.
Responsibilities
- Support the hang and focus of theatrical lighting.
- Lead student crews to safely and accurately install theatrical lighting.
- Handle the load in of seating risers, audio equipment, and soft goods.
- Interpret theatrical lighting plots.
- Collaborate on other technical elements of stage set ups, including pits eating, projections, etc.
- Supervise and guide student staff members, ensuring they complete all necessary tasks in a satisfactory and safe manner.
- Program and patch the lighting consoles (ETC IonXE) at Eisner for performances.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
