Production Technician - Part-time

Department: Production / 3410

Classification: Non-Exempt

Employee Type: PTNOEX - Part-Time Non-Exempt

Direct Report: Assistant Manager of Production

The Production Technician (Level I) – Part Time is an entry-level position within the Production Department which assists in the daily operation and maintenance of all aspects of technical production for the Production / Entertainment Departments, Special Events, and other Guest programming. They will operate a follow spot for presentations, as well as for rehearsals and special events, and support all other production departments as required.

They will also participate in work calls / routine maintenance assignments, and function as a Stagehand / Production Assistant for presentations, Special Events or other production/guest programming projects as assigned. They will be exposed to, receive training in, and have the opportunity to assist with, operations related to lighting, special effects, audio-visual, live camera operation and video manipulation systems.

Production & Operations:

• Assist in daily operation and maintenance of all aspects of lighting/electrics production for the theatre, production and special events.
• Operate a follow spot for presentations, rehearsals and special events as required.
• Support all other production departments as needed, to include, but not be limited to, wardrobe props, scenery and audio/visual.
• Operate as a Stagehand/Production Assistant as needed.
• Participate in and support load-ins, turn-a-rounds and strikes as needed/required.
• Assist with the training of new personnel on follow spot and basic show operations.
• Perform other functions incidental to operations as necessary/required, including but not limited to cleaning and inspection of scenery, catwalk/lighting position areas, and other production spaces.
• Cross-train into/ perform other daily operational roles as time/ skill set allows.
• Perform other tasks as workload necessitates, which may include administrative or other technical support tasks as assigned by Production Management.
• Assist with the Venue / House Management as needed, which may include opening/closing the house and making calls prior to performances.

• Enforce and adhere to all rules and regulations of the company including but not limited to those outlined in the employee handbook or other documentation.
• Enforce and adhere to all health and safety standards and regulations.
• Enforce and adhere to all facility/building codes.
• Enforce and adhere to OSHA regulations and safety procedures.

• Minimum (2) years’ experience in live entertainment and theatrical/special event production
• Possess basic knowledge of all live entertainment, theatrical and special event production and operations.
• Possess basic knowledge of the operation and maintenance of theatrical lighting systems, conventional and automated/intelligent lights, follow spots, lighting computers and lighting systems and basic programming and training of such.
• Experience and knowledge of electricity and low voltage systems
• Experience with audio, special effects and camera/video systems a plus.
• Possess strong office computer skills. Specifically: MS Word, and MS Excel
• Ability to kneel, lift, and carry heavy equipment, work in confined spaces and at heights above 25’ and/or on various lifts, booms, and ladders.
• Ability to swim.
• Creative thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Professional Appearance & Demeanor
• Possess the highest level of motivation, pride in work and leadership.
• Remain flexible and available to work long hours, as needed, on a potentially fluctuating schedule, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• College degree or equivalent professional work experience

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