Lighting and Technology Manager; part-time

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Lighting and Technology Manager (part-time, 28 hours/week)
The Lighting and Technology Manager provides operational and management support for the Department of Dance performance and touring program locally, nationally, and internationally. This position provides specialization in stage lighting, technical production, and stage operations for assigned department performances and tours. The Lighting and Technology Manager is involved with rehearsals, performances and special presentations across campus and in offsite venues both in the United States and around the world.

In addition, this employee assists with student learning by mentoring stage crew activity and ensuring efficient backstage operations.

What you’ll do in this position:

Lighting & Technical Operations Design stage lighting for assigned Department of Dance performances

Program cues and operate lighting systems

Coordinate lighting, audio, and video needs with the CFAC production team Assist with load-in, load-out, and operation of stage equipment for Department of Dance performances in campus venues

Support audio, video, and stage operations as needed throughout the rehearsal and run of each production and event

Mentor student employees in basic stage technical systems, setup, and operation

Production Development Work collaboratively with production personnel to bring to life the artistic vision of directors and choreographers

Participate in production meetings communicating ideas and providing solutions

Collaborate with the production team through the development process to solve problems, improve products, and facilitate changes

Advise the creative team and production management to maximize available resources

Update and maintain archival notes, photos, and designs for all productions

Stage Operations Serve as Stage Manager for select campus and touring productions, providing leadership during rehearsals and performances

Proactively address technical or operational issues and report concerns to the production team.

Coordinate backstage crew assignments and help crew members understand their responsibilities.

Monitor backstage and performance-area safety

Touring & Logistics Management Support touring productions in leadership roles including Stage Manager, Lighting Supervisor, and/or Technical Director as…