Master Electrician​/Light Board Operator

Position: Master Electrician/ Light Board Operator
Position: Master Electrician/ Light Board Operator

Reports to: Director of Production

Type of Employment: Independent Contractor

FLSA Status: Exempt from Overtime

Position Summary:

American Stage seeks a Master Electrician/Board Op for the upcoming 25-26 season . An ideal candidate is energetic and motivated to manage the electrical needs for our upcoming season. This position would be responsible for the shop prep, load-in, setup, execution, maintenance, and run of the electrical needs for each production.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• Work with the Lighting Designer to review the light plot and confirm equipment availability and ensure to remain within the rental budget.
• Prepare the lighting plot for hang and focus and ensure its actualization
• Establish circuiting and cabling layout plan
• Analyzes the light plot and coordinate with the Technical Director for the location and set up of all lighting equipment.
• Maintain all necessary lighting paperwork
• Work with the Director of Production, Technical Director, and Stage Management to efficiently load in/strike the show
• Supervise all Electrics Calls during Load-In
• Participate in all Focus and Programming Calls with the Lighting Designer, ALD and Programmer
• Communicate and coordinate crew needs with Director of Production
• Consult with the Lighting Designer and Director of Production on equipment needs.
• Organize and maintain the rental lighting inventory
• Secure and safe rigging of all lighting instrumentation
• Wiring of any practicals or scenic pieces that include lighting units
• Identify any training and needs of associated crew
• Manage the safety of the company on stage in relation to lighting elements
• Be sure performance space is left clean and in orderly condition.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient with and able to set up, program in the ETC family of consoles.
• Familiar with and able to install, program, and troubleshoot both conventional and intelligent fixtures.
• Ability to Hang, Cable, Program, Focus, and maintain approx. 175-200 fixtures per show.
• Must be comfortable and able to work safely at various heights from Genie lifts, ladders, suspension grid, and scaffolding
• In depth understanding of networking and signal flow
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Understating of best theatrical practices in regards to hanging, circuiting, cable management, proper focus, changing of lamps, and standard accessories for stage lighting equipment
• Creative problem solving and troubleshooting
• Team oriented and collaborative attitude
• Excellent Communication
• Experience with QLab programming
• Knowledge of Clear Comm equipment

Details of the Production:

• Onsite work per Show: 3 week min from LX Hang to Opening
  • Timeline of Production:
    • Light Plot Due: 21 days prior to Focus
    • LX Hang, Cable, Patch Lighting: 7 days prior to Focus (1st Day of 1st week)
    • Designer Run: 3 days prior to Focus
    • Focus Call: 3 days prior to Technical Rehearsal (1st Day of 2nd Week)
    • Programming: 2 days prior to Technical Rehearsal
    • Technical Rehearsal: 4 days Thur-Sun 8 days prior to Opening
    • Final Dress: 3 days prior to Opening (1st Day of 3rd Week)
    • 2 Previews: 2 &1 day prior to Opening
    • Opening Day is Friday of the 3rd week of contract. (Final Day of 3rd Week)

Code of Conduct:

• As an independent contractor paid by American Stage Theatre Company, you will be expected to adhere to our organization's code of conduct. A copy of this will be sent for your review and signature, prior to commencement of employment.

Compensation:

Compensation is BOE in the range of $2,500-$3,500 on a per show contract. As an independent contractor, this position is exempt from any and all benefits that we provide full and part time staff.

To Apply:

There are 2 ways to apply:

Option #1:

• Visit the American Stage Website and apply thru the hiring portal at the below link:
  • https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-us

Option #2

• Email the below directly to Timon Brown, Director of Production, at the following email address: tbrown
  • formal email stating interest or a PDF cover letter
  • PDF formatted resume
  • Be prepared to provide references upon request

Organization History:

American Stage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. American Stage does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex,…