Lighting Technician - Pride of America

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• Maintain the lighting design as set by the design teams & Norwegian Cruise Line.
• In the event that production show lighting design needs to be modified for operational circumstances, notes must be taken so that the show can be returned to the original lighting design.
• Assist with all scenic changeovers and ensure they are completed in a safe and timely manner.
• Design and program a professional high‑standard lighting for cabaret/variety entertainers, charter clients, shows (such as Comedian, Magician, Singers, etc.).
• Maintain all entertainment lighting equipment onboard to ensure its 100% workable and report any damaged, broken or non‑working elements to the Technical Supervisor/Electronics Engineer Jr.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date auditable inventory of all entertainment as requested by the Technical Supervisor.
• Perform preventive maintenance cleaning on all entertainment lighting equipment on the vessel with the help of the Technical staff.
• Perform maintenance testing and basic troubleshooting of lighting rig prior to show time and inform the Technical Supervisor/Entertainment Production Manager of any malfunction.
• Perform visual monthly inspection of all safety cables for entertainment lighting systems vessel‑wide and report defects or missing items to the Technical Supervisor.
• Create and maintain detailed and accurate tracking sheets for the Technical Supervisor and/or Entertainment Production Manager.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SEMS, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his or her position.

• Keep all records of on‑board and off‑loaded product.
• Order all products for the next voyage.
• Manifest off all of the previous week’s pyro storage containers, misfires, and unfired devices.
• Test and fire all shows in the manner as they were designed by the production team.
• Partner with the Bridge and Security to provide a safe and secure environment in which to operate the show.

Provides technical support and assistance regarding the lighting requirements for all shows. Supports the efforts of each show by ensuring that all lighting equipment and system are in proper working condition at all times.

The position will report directly to the Technical Supervisor, and indirectly to show staff as needed to resolve immediate technical issues. The incumbent ensures that all show‑related technical matters are resolved in order to maintain safe and timely show performances. The position requires the ability to operate independently without direct supervision. The incumbent must be able to work in a multi‑cultural environment and adjust to changes in performers, venues, showtimes and deadlines.

• Two years experience running lights in a theatrical setting or four years experience in various venues such as ships, theatres, clubs.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of musical theatre productions, backstage operations and safe rigging practices.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of moving lights programming and design including various Martin products (e.g., Mac
  600, Mac2k, Mac
  250krypton, Mac
  500, MAC TW1); various laser systems including Pangolin; various high‑end products (e.g., DL1, catalyst, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of various light systems which include Martin Maxxyz Compact, Light Jockey, Maxxyz PC, Mac 2000, Mac III, Mac 250, 550, 101, 301, Seachangers, Color scrollers, High‑end DL1’s, various lasers, Dayton Watch‑out systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of audio systems.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.

Associate’s Degree in Technical Theatre or a related field of study; appropriate vocational/technical training and/or experience may…