Theater Technician-Intermittent

Kent State•New Philadelphia, OH

6d•$13•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a variety of duties related to the logistic and production-related aspects of a performance to maintain the artistic vision of the touring performances and rental events. Reports to Production Manager or designated supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Use of hand and power tools
Utilizing basic word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, email, and web-browsing software
Lift up to 40 pounds
Read (e.g., warning labels), write (e.g., brief messages), and accurately follow oral and/or written instructions
Follow safety practices and procedures
Perform basic mathematics (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and to calculate percentages)
Work varied shifts and hours to include nights, weekends and holidays
Identify threatening or unusual conditions and take appropriate action
Work as part of a team and to work independently
Work under a deadline

Nice To Haves

Backstage or other production experience.

Responsibilities

Performs staging/carpentry:
Assembles platforming and choral risers as needed for performance and events
Sets up podium, chairs, music stands, tables, and other equipment required for events
Assembles and strikes tour show platforms, staging, scenic elements during performance
Operates scenic elements during performance
Operates a variety of related equipment and assists with the maintenance of staging equipment
Performs stage rigging:
Operates counterweight rigging system
Attaches and removes loads from stage battens
Adds and removes counterweight bricks from counterweight arbors
Prepares points for touring rigging use
Installs points on gridiron for touring rigging use
Attaches loads to touring rigging points and removes loads and points at conclusion of touring performance
Sets stage draperies for performances
Assists with maintenance of theatrical rigging equipment and systems
Performs lighting/electrician:
Implements theatrical lighting plots
Hangs fixed and automated theatrical lighting fixtures on stage battens, balcony rail, catwalks, etc.
Connects theatrical lighting fixtures to approved power sources
Connects data cables to automated theatrical lighting fixtures
Programs patches, submasters, and cues using theatrical lighting control console
Sets up touring theatrical lighting control equipment
Operates followspot instruments
Assists with maintenance of theatrical lighting equipment and systems
Performs audio:
Implements audio input schedules and monitors schematics
Selects and sets up microphones appropriate for music, theatrical, and spoken programs
Connects microphone cabling to subsnakes, input boxes, and digital snake system
Operates digital audio mixing console during rehearsal and performances
Interfaces touring audio equipment with facility's systems
Unpacks, sets up, and repacks touring musical instruments for performance
Assists with maintenance of facility audio equipment and systems
Performs projection:
Connects facility and touring video sources to facility's projection system
Operates projection equipment for presentations and performances
Edits and modifies digital presentations as necessary to be compatible with the facility's equipment.
Unloads and loads staging, scenery, lighting, properties, wardrobes, and audio equipment from trucks, trailers, and other vehicles used by touring and rental events.
Performs related duties as assigned.