Assistant Lighting & Projections Supervisor

Barrington Stage Co.; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and award-winning theatre company as an Assistant Lighting and Projections Supervisor. This full-time, seasonal role offers the chance to work collaboratively with a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality lighting for performances. You'll manage the lighting team, assist in equipment sourcing, and maintain essential production paperwork. This position is perfect for those with a passion for theatrical lighting systems and a commitment to artistic excellence. Enjoy a competitive weekly pay with housing available, and be part of a company that values diversity and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing lighting teams and theatrical lighting systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with creative teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the lighting team for productions and events.
• Maintain production paperwork and coordinate lighting equipment setups.
• Supervise staff and ensure productions meet designer specifications.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management Skills

Knowledge of Theatrical Lighting Systems

Knowledge of ETC Lighting Consoles

Experience with HD Video Systems

Experience with DMX Equipment

Experience with Vectorworks

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Tools

ETC Networking

Lightwright

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Assistant Lighting and Projections Supervisor

Barrington Stage Company, an award-winning professional theatre company located in the heart of the Berkshires, is seeking an Assistant Lighting and Projections Supervisor to join our team in Pittsfield, MA. This position ensures high-quality lighting for every performance throughout the BSC 2025 season and assists in managing the lighting team. The Assistant Lighting and Projection Supervisor supervises the Staff Electrician, Board Operators, Follow Spot Operators, and Overhire Electricians. This position requires an independent individual with knowledge of theatrical lighting systems who is able to work with a team to reach the artistic goals of the production.

Barrington Stage has a three-fold mission: to produce top-notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musicals; and to engage our community with vibrant, inclusive educational outreach programs. BSC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. We strongly encourage candidates of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of the lighting team to provide electrics support for productions and events throughout the BSC 2025 season
• Aid the Lighting Supervisor and creative teams in determining a seasonal rental package, and source equipment to effectively create their designs in the theater
• Maintain up-to-date paperwork for each production including, plot, channel hook-up and show run sheets
• Consult with the Lighting Supervisor and the creative team to best meet the needs of the production and create accurate cost estimates to remain within budget
• Help coordinate and manage the hang, focus, and strike of lighting and projections equipment including supervising the staff of the lighting department and any overhire staff needed
• Ensure each production is ready to focus and tech per designer specifications
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness when planning load-ins and changeovers
• Coordinate training for the stage crew as necessary to handle onstage practicals, and train follow-spot operators as needed
• Attend rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and production meetings as needed, and respond to notes given throughout the rehearsal process
• Assist with purchasing materials, tools, and supplies for the installation and maintenance of each lighting design
• Assist the Lighting Supervisor in preparing and maintaining show budgets and expense reports
• Assist with coordinating and managing the construction of any specialty items such as light boxes, star drops, or LED tape projects
• Coordinate with Stage Management on rehearsal and tech notes
• Execute note calls with Electrics crews during tech and load-in
• Keep the electrics shop and storage areas clean and free of debris, and ensure the shop is organized and functional
• Maintain and update lighting inventory throughout the season
• Serve as master electrician for the Blatt Performing Arts Center and board operator/programmer for cabarets throughout the season.

Skills:

• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to work as a member of a collaborative team
• Knowledge of theatrical lighting systems and equipment
• Knowledge of ETC Lighting Consoles, ETC Networking
• Experience with HD Video systems and associated components
• Experience with DMX equipment, atmospherics, moving lights, LED fixtures, and troubleshooting/system diagnosis
• Experience with Vectorworks, Lightwright, and all standard theatrical lighting paperwork
• Working knowledge of theatrical rigging, theatrical power systems, and wiring and soldering
• Experience designing and building LED tape systems
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and must be comfortable working at heights
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe Acrobat

This position reports to the Lighting Supervisor. It is a full-time, seasonal position. Contract: 4/28/2025 through 9/21/2025. Pay is $900 per week, exempt, with housing available.