Big Night Live - Lighting Tech

Big Night Entertainment Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Big Night Entertainment Group is seeking a Lighting Technician in Boston, MA to support high-volume live events. The role involves providing lighting, assisting with load-in and set-up, and operating lighting control systems for shows.

The position requires 1+ year of live event lighting experience, familiarity with lighting programming, and strong interpersonal skills. Evening, weekend, and holiday hours are common in this fast-paced venue environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of live event lighting experience.
• Experience with lighting programming and operation.
• Ability to multitask and manage lighting requirements for shows.
• Knowledge of electricity and power management.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide lighting for high volume live events.
• Load-in, set-up and break-down lighting equipment.
• Assist with lighting control board operation and programming.
• Maintain and repair lighting equipment.
• Interact with visiting crew to ensure successful shows.
• Operate systems pertaining to audio, lighting, and/or video in the venue.
• Ensure care of house and rental lighting & A/V equipment.
• Assist production manager with technical advance as needed.

Skills

Lighting control

Load-in and set-up

Event production

Interpersonal skills

Electrical safety

Tools

GrandMA

Obsidian Onyx

ETC

Artnet/sACN

Job description

• Base Pay $28.00 / Hour
• Job Category Production, Part-Time
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Description

As a Lighting Technician, a typical day might include the following:

• Provide lighting for high volume live events
• Perform load-in, set-up and break-down lighting equipment for productions when necessary
• Assist with lighting control board operation & programming
• Assist with maintenance and repair of lighting equipment
• Interact with visiting production crew to ensure a successful show by using strong interpersonal skills and accommodating lighting requirements of artist/event
• Operate systems pertaining to audio, lighting, and/or video throughout the entire venue
• Ensure proper care and handling of all house and rental lighting & A/V equipment
• If necessary, assist the production manager with technical advance
• Assist with any special events operations in any of the previous mentioned capacity
• All other duties assigned

Requirements

This job might be for you if you demonstrate the following abilities and meet the following qualifications:

• At least 1 year previous live event production lighting experience
• Experience in stage lighting, programming, and operation
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Understanding of electricity and power management
• Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to liftup to 75lbs
• You are able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise level and extreme lighting changes
• Knowledge and proficiency in professional Lighting Control (GrandMA, Obsidian Onyx, ETC, Artnet/sACN protocol all preferred)

Physical Demands / Work Environment / Hours

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential work functions.

• May be required to lift or move up to 75 lbs using proper lifting techniques and withstand long hours on your feet in a fast-paced, high energy environment with moderate to loud noise level and extreme lighting changes
• Non-typical office hours will be customary including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Summary

Big Night Entertainment Group operates some of the hottest, cutting edge restaurants and nightclubs in New England such as The Grand, Big Night Live and Empire. Fueled by driven, passionate people, Big Night is known for its consistent growth, cutting edge sophisticated design, superior cuisines and raising the bar in hospitality and service standards. Big Night is an employee focused company as recognized by our staff as the Boston Globe TOP place to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes team members with various backgrounds and experiences. We believe this enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout the community. All are encouraged to apply.

Big Night is always looking for talented, ambitious professionals to join our staff.If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to superior guest service, we want you to join our team today.

Big Night Entertainment Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.