Assistant Technical Director

Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CSUN is seeking a Stage Technician to join the technical production team on an on-call basis at the Northridge campus. You will assist with load-in, rehearsals, performances, and load-out, working to ensure safety and a positive experience for artists and staff.

The role requires 1–2 years of theater production experience with emphasis in audio, electrics, carpentry, properties, or wardrobe, and the ability to lift up to 65 lbs and work at heights.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to one to two years of experience in theater, repertory, or stock company with emphasis in one or more production areas.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills tasks in the technical production department (audio, electrics, carpentry, properties, wardrobe).
• Assists with load-in, rehearsal/performance, and load-out for events.
• Maintains safe work environment and assists in maintaining stage equipment and systems.
• Interacts with visiting production staff, licensee clients, and events staff.
• View full position description via provided link.

Skills

Theatre knowledge and production

Customer service

Teamwork

Lift heavy equipment

Job description

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own goals be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun.

Major Duties

• Fulfills various tasks within the technical production department, including but not limited to – audio, electrics, carpentry, properties, and wardrobe.
• Assists with load-in, rehearsal/performance, and load-out for a variety of events, including music, dance theater, guest speakers, and film screenings. Interacts with visiting production staff, licensee clients, and university events staff in the execution of events.
• Works to maintain a safe work environment for staff and clients and assists in the maintenance of stage equipment and systems. Ensures a positive experience for all artists, faculty, students, staff, and community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• NOTE: To view the full position description including all of the required qualifications copy and paste this link into your browser: https://mycsun.box.com/s/mdtynrgfcr26jghyin11d4uc42nvq0gu

Qualifications

• Equivalent to one to two years of experience working for a theater, repertory, or stock company with emphasis in one or more of the production areas of audio, electrics, carpentry, properties, and wardrobe or others.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of theatre etiquette, standards, and protocol. General knowledge of methods and techniques related to theatre facilities; principles and techniques of design and production; and safety requirements and standards related to the core production areas of audio, electrics, carpentry, and stage rigging.
• Knowledge of technical theatre and operating theatre technical systems that include exposure to audio, lighting, deck setup, and fly rail operation.
• Have good customer service and public relations skills, with the ability to work under pressure of deadlines and with a wide variety of personalities in the execution of events.
• Ability to: work with minimum supervision and as part of a team under general supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Must be outgoing and enjoy working with people.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment weighing up to 65 lbs. and be comfortable working at heights above six feet.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Classification: Performing Arts Technician / 0840 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $21.47 - $30.06 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $21.47 - $31.27 per hour.
• HOURS: Intermittent, on-call; hours and schedule vary.
• TEMP: Temporary-renewable, end date to be determined.
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.

General Information

• Applications are currently being accepted to establish a Stage Technician POOL. Applications for these on-call positions will be accepted continuously through June 30, 2025 or until an adequate amount of applications have been received.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.