Lighting​/Video Technician | MSC Cruises

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

RWS Global is the world leader in groundbreaking live moments across entertainment and sports, creating customized guest experiences spanning theatrical productions, live events, immersive destinations, multimedia, consumer products and more. RWS Global is headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Orlando, Sydney and Riyadh with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base.

With a focus on entertainment and sports experiences, RWS Global serves major brands and corporations, theaters, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts and more. Offering end-to-end services from ideation to operations, RWS Global’s team of world-class designers, creators, producers and visionary talent provide unrivaled scale, producing over one million live moments every day and employing over 8,000 individuals and performers worldwide.

The RWS Global roster of clients includes Apple, Azamara, The Coca-Cola Company, Commonwealth Games, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, International Cricket Council, Invictus Games, Lionsgate, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Rugby World Cup, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros.,

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The Lighting & Video Technician is primarily responsible for the effective operation of all lighting and video related needs for assigned venue(s) and operations. Reporting to the Production Stage Manager, this role will be responsible for the programming of special events, running of performances, and general maintenance of the lighting & video systems. This role will be expected to gain a moderate level of proficiency in programming and running all servers for visual effect playback.

In conjunction with Production Stage Manager, responsible for the safe setup, use, troubleshooting, and maintenance of equipment used by cast and crew within the venue, as well as participating in all set ups/strikes. Will act as the crew for the venue as necessary, and will be responsible for rehearsals, special events, running show tracks, including Deck, Lighting, and Sound as needed.

• Demonstrated programming proficiency on grandMA series lighting consoles.
• Advance level of lighting design and programming skills to accommodate special events in the venue. Ability to live busk and work quickly to create new looks for events.
• Preset, program, and run all events taking place in RWS venues.
• Working knowledge of media servers with playback interface. Ability to learn Pandora and Wings RX media server to a level sufficient for troubleshooting, basic content loading, and proper output routing.
• Advance knowledge of LED wall and projector troubleshooting.
• Must have working knowledge of various special effects.
• Must have basic knowledge in audio play back and mixing, operating a spotlight, as well as basic stage deck crew experience such as moving set pieces and helping with quick changes.
• Regularly safety inspect and maintain lighting and video gear in the venue.
• Communicate professionally with Production Stage Manager, cast, technicians, and onboard maintenance teams.
• Work with a team to effectively troubleshoot and report issues with all technical equipment as they arise, in addition but not limited to lighting and video equipment.
• Complete pre- and post-show duties after each performance, and rehearsal; ensuring all technical equipment and…