Event Technician

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Occasional Employee Technical – Denver, CO, US

Salary: $25.00 to $28.00 hourly

Application window closes: 07/29/2026

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non‑profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musical and immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 team members in non‑union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). We also employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually and maintain a strong volunteer program of more than 300 volunteers.

“We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.”

For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti‑racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience, and programming — has never been more present.

We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our team.

This part‑time position supports the Seawell ballroom technical teams and technical systems in the Seawell Ballroom and the Directors Room at the DCPA. The role encompasses entry‑level to seasoned professionals. Experience from basic to expert level will be considered. The position supports all AV disciplines, including Audio, Video, Lighting, Rigging, Décor, and minor room setups for all virtual, hybrid or live events.

Candidates must interpret CAD drawings and BEOs to bring the client’s vision to life with support from the AV team and managers. Applicants should be self‑starters, self‑motivated and able to work well in a collaborative environment. The individual works with event managers, technical teams, and occasion client interaction.

• Real‑world experience with theatrical, event, and entertainment setups.
• Ability to read drawings and analyze the needs of each unique event.
• Work with the events team to conceptualize and bring to life unique events in our event spaces.
• Complete basic lighting, power distribution, DMX, and network patching.
• Experience with simple audio setups required; advanced/complex setup experience preferred (mixing, monitors, consoles, backline, microphones).
• Understanding of basic video setups; advanced/complex video setup experience preferred (Ross Carbonite, PTZ cams, signal paths, basic troubleshooting).
• Ability to run any of our lighting, audio, or video consoles is desirable (Grand MA3, Ross Carbonite, Digi Co SD 12).
• Understand basic and advanced arena and theatrical‑style rigging. Rigging safety and best practices are very important. Must know basic knots (bowline, clove hitch, sheet bend).
• Use of a scissor lift and forklift is not mandatory but desirable; training will be provided. Occasional PPE (fall protection / fall restraint) may be required.
• Meeting with Event Managers and Technical Teams occasionally is critical to the success of our events and is part of this job. We value teamwork and collaboration in all aspects of our job.
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• In the event of a crisis, emergency or fire alarm, systems are in place and training will be provided.
• Extensive knowledge of production and audiovisual terminology as it applies to staging, sound needs, lighting, video, rigging, screen ratios.

• Translate, read, and execute Event Timeline, Banquet Event Orders, and Event Drawings/Floor plans.
• Be conscientious of DCPA operation practices and procedures to protect facilities, assets and equipment.
• Have good time‑management skills and be a self‑starter as sometimes we have…