Entertainment Technician

Great Escape and Great Escape Lodge; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

DailyPay – work today, get paidtomorow

Free admission to Six Flags parks

Discounts on passes, food, and merch

Dental & Vision insurance

Job summary

Six Flags Great Escape seeks an Entertainment Technician to be the backbone of our live shows, ensuring top-notch sound, lighting and effects across performances. You will collaborate with performers and production crews to bring magical experiences to guests on stage.

The role requires hands-on operation of lighting, audio and video gear, with flexibility to work early mornings, days, evenings, weekends and holidays in a dynamic park setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of technical theater including theater safety, audio and lighting systems, special effects, video, scenic and prop construction, maintenance and repair.
• College level experience in Theatre or related discipline or equivalent employment experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule including mornings, days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational duties for the department, including covering open positions and communicating show changes.
• Perform assignments as stagehand, spotlight operator, light board operator, audio operator, special effects operator, and camera operator.
• Operate spotlight, light board, audio console, video camera or special effects equipment for shows and events.
• Occasionally perform stagehand scene shifts and other behind-the-scenes duties.

Skills

Theatre safety

Audio systems

Lighting systems

Special effects

Video equipment

Education

College level theatre experience

Tools

Spotlight

Light board

Audio console

Video camera

Special effects equipment

Job description

Join our dynamic team at Six Flags Great Escape as an Entertainment Technician! In this vital role, you'll be at the heart of our thrilling live shows, ensuring that every performance dazzles with captivating sound and stunning lighting. If you have a passion for the performing arts and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, this is your chance to play a key role in delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests. Bring your technical expertise and creativity to life as you collaborate with talented performers and production teams, making magic happen on stage!

Overview

Join our dynamic team at Six Flags Great Escape as an Entertainment Technician! In this vital role, you'll be at the heart of our thrilling live shows, ensuring that every performance dazzles with captivating sound and stunning lighting. If you have a passion for the performing arts and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, this is your chance to play a key role in delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests. Bring your technical expertise and creativity to life as you collaborate with talented performers and production teams, making magic happen on stage!

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational duties to assist the department to include covering open positions, communicating show changes, schedule changes and other details and sharing information with co-workers and management.
• Perform all assignments and responsibilities as outlined for a stagehand, spotlight operator, light board operator, audio operator, special effects operator, and camera operator.
• Operate a spotlight, light board, audio console, video camera, and/or special effects equipment for shows and special events in the park.
• Will occasionally perform stagehand show scene shifts and other behind the scene duties for shows

Qualifications

• Provide basic troubleshooting and maintenance for scenic elements, sound system, video equipment, special effects equipment, lighting system, lighting fixtures or other technical components.
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance standards through all assigned tasks.
• Consistently set the example for following all park policies and procedures.
• Maintain departmental and area safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other functions as directed by management for the good of the department and park
• Knowledge of technical theater, including but not limited to: theater safety, audio and lighting systems, special effects, video, theatrical scenery and drapery, set decorating, scenic and prop construction, maintenance and repair.
• College level experience in Theatre or related discipline or equivalent related employment experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be able to work flexible schedule including: early mornings/days/evenings/late nights/weekends/holidays.
• Must be team-oriented with a positive attitude
• Be capable of successfully interacting with various entertainers, technicians, outside contractors, entertainment and park staff, and personnel from other departments.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Hands on capability to operate technical equipment and troubleshoot technical problems
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions and in both natural and artificial lighting
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Why work with us?

• Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00/hour depending on experience
• Paid training
• DailyPay – work today, get paid tomorrow
• Advancement opportunities
• Free admission to ALL Six Flags parks, including White Water Bay
• Free tickets for friends and family
• Discounts on passes, food, and merchandise
• Exclusive employee events
• Dental & Vision insurance coverage
• Fun rewards, benefits, and more!