Auditorium Technical Assistant

Auditorium Technical Assistant

The Auditorium Technical Assistant will report directly to the Auditorium Manager. This position will work on a wide variety of events in the Auditorium, supervise LOHS Theatre students working on productions, and assist with maintenance and upkeep of the Auditorium, including the theater scene shop.

Qualifications:

Skills/experience (required):

• 1+ years of technical theatre experience
• Ability to pass a background check to work with students
• 18+ years old
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights

Skills/experience (preferred):

• Experience in education, ideally with high school students
• Live audio mixing/stage audio setup (Midas M32 and QLab experience a plus)
• Basic knowledge of theatrical lighting (ETC Ion experience a plus)
• Carpentry experience (scenic carpentry or similar)
• Interest in further mastering skills in Theater Technology/Design

Duties:

During events:

• Supervise renters in Auditorium
• Run light board or sound board
• Move scenery backstage (including operation of fly system)
• Manage backstage areas
• Assist with event setup and takedown, including orchestra shell

LOHS Theatre Productions:

• Work with LOHS students during rehearsals on lighting, sound, set construction, painting, props, costumes, makeup
• Supervise students during shows

Other tasks:

• Assist with auditorium maintenance and upkeep, equipment repairs, and various projects
• Other duties as assigned by district administration and Auditorium Manager

Schedule/Hours:

Generally, weekday afternoons during LOHS productions. Will include some evenings/weekends for events, with a flexible schedule at other times. Hours worked within a week will not exceed 20 hours.

Application Process:

Internal candidates:
Interested internal candidates should complete an online internal application.

External candidates:
Interested and qualified external candidates must complete an online application.

Please note: mailed, faxed or emailed letters of interest and resumes will not be accepted.

Lake Orion Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, color, national origin, religion, age, height, weight, marital status or otherwise qualified handicapped individuals with respect to District educational programs, activities and employment practices.