Performing Arts Technical Coordinator

Overview

JOB SUMMARY:

Advance and execute events in the theater and in other areas of campus. Maintain and implement the use of theatrical lighting, theatrical sound and Audio/Visual equipment; collaborate with other departments using this equipment.

• Perform and oversee the set-up, run and strike of all events held in the theater.
• Design, set up, maintain and operate lighting and sound, and projection systems for programs.
• Monitor the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Operate, maintain inventory and safeguard the technical assets of the theatre, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, communications equipment, and the use and maintenance of stage facilities.
• Coordinate scheduling and training of contractors and technical volunteers
• Coordinate equipment rentals
• Execute performance contracts in the absence of Manager Cultural Arts
• Advance theater events
• Coordinate the scheduling of recording of events.
• Conduct training, as needed, on use of equipment.
• Assist with volunteer coordination through clerical work with schedules and recording hours.
• Create a variety of flyers and collateral for a variety of needs.
• Set up and operate equipment used to enhance other live events and weekly movies such as microphones, projectors, lighting and sound mixing equipment.
• Support the overall vision of cultural arts at Westminster Canterbury by working collaboratively with other departments.
• Additional duties as assigned

• Theatrical lighting and sound equipment
• A/V equipment
• Computer (PC and Mac), including Microsoft Office, Power Point
• General office equipment

• Ability to lift 40 pounds without assistance, 40+ pounds with manual or mechanical assistance.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds overhead.
• Stand, walk, lift, bend, climb, stoop and reach for 50-75% of the workday.
• Must be able to see and hear for accuracy in setting sound, taping and editing.

• Ability to set and run sound and/or lighting equipment.
• Ability to set, run, and provide training for A/V equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Basic understanding of theater operations.

• Experience working with an ETC Ion lighting console.
• Experience programming LED lighting instruments.
• Knowledge of multichannel analog sound console and digital sound console.
• Sound mixing experience to include mastering EQ, working simultaneously on house mix and stage mixes
• Understanding signal flow for sound and lighting systems.
• Familiarity with AMX A/V projection systems.
• Ability to operate a Genie lift with spider attachment.
• Basic understanding of the InDesign software.

• Associate’s degree, equivalent certification or combination education and experience to fulfill the requirements of the position.
• One year of directly related experience in theatre.
• Strong customer and communication skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical theater, media arts or equivalent education.
• Two or more years of directly related experience.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Professional experience in a retirement community, long term care or assisted living setting.

• Commitment to providing excellent customer service; developing effective and successful customer relationships.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of settings to deliver information clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Seek out and use available resources (people, funds, time, material, support).
• Systematically analyze the parts of a problem or situation, identify solutions and troubleshoot until the desired outcome is achieved, changed or no longer attainable.
• Timeliness to adhere to deadlines.

Summary:

Advance and execute events in the theater and in other areas of campus. Maintain and implement the use of theatrical lighting, theatrical sound and Audio/Visual equipment; collaborate with other departments using this equipment.