Technical Assistant - Theatre

Overview

Assists with technical set up of theatre lighting and sound equipment as well as any additional staging equipment to provide smooth running, strike, and clean-up as needed for events in the Performing Arts Center, J Theatre, Drama Lab, Ender Pavilion, and other event locations around campus. Assists with the lighting hang in the Performing Arts Center, J Theatre, and the Drama Lab. Responsible for the loading and unloading of trucks for equipment that is rented or purchased for productions in the Performing Arts Center, J Theatre, and Drama Lab. Performs routine maintenance of department equipment under the supervision of the Technical Director. Maintains current knowledge of the functioning and operation of computerized lighting and sound control systems. Operates theatrical equipment in a safe and efficient manner as dictated by safety and training guidelines for the department.

Responsibilities:

Utilizes standard office and computer equipment, computerized theatre lighting control, lighting instruments and supplies, computerized sound control, AV equipment, power tools, hand tools, pneumatic equipment, personnel lifts, motorized chain hoists, truss rigging, winch motors, scenic rigging, theatrical lift, and counterweight fly system in order to perform the duties of the job.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Some college preferred. 1 year of previous technical theater experience. Excellent organization and time management skills required. Must be 18 years of age or older.