Lighting Engineer

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Sur place; USD 44 661 - 77 007; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The George Washington University is hiring for a part-time position in their Events & Venues department. This role focuses on operating and maintaining lighting for various events at the Foggy Bottom campus, ensuring quality production for rehearsals and shows.

Qualified candidates should have a relevant degree and experience, with proficiency in software like VectorWorks and AutoCAD. This position may require evening and weekend hours, contributing to a dynamic team that supports various university-sponsored events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be acceptable.

Responsabilités

• Operate lights for rehearsals and shows.
• Design shows as needs arise.
• Maintain lighting equipment and inventory.

Connaissances

Proficiency in VectorWorks

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Basic computer software skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in relevant area

Master's degree or higher in relevant area

Description du poste

Job Description Summary

Events & Venues at the George Washington University (a department in the Division of Safety & Operations) designs, produces, and manages events on the Foggy Bottom Campus. We provide services to a broad spectrum of clients both in the community and outside of the community. We provide spaces for our students, faculty, staff, and guests to host events, meetings, and gatherings. We highlight university traditions, produce memorable guest speaker events, and coordinate many other activities unique to our campus with local, national, and international acclaim. Our record of excellence, support, and cooperation is one that we are proud of.

Responsibilities

• Operate lights for rehearsals and shows
• Design shows as needs arise
• Read, edit and update lighting plots
• Maintain and supervise maintenance of Lisner Auditorium’s lighting equipment and inventory
• Report on the status of show needs and maintenance needs to the Venue Manager
• Supervise crew on lighting calls (only for Inter II and Master categories)
• Assist other departments (Sound, Audio Visual, carpentry, rigging, etc.) as needed under the direction of the Venue Manager
• Work with and supervise other GWU venues and students with their lighting needs
• Recommend upgrades and improvements in lighting needs for the auditorium and other GWU venues
• Perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in VectorWorks or AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and other basic computer software programs.

Other Information

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. • Division of Safety and Operation • Varies; approximately 20 hours per week. • Hiring Range: $32.42 - $55.90. • Work Schedule varies; Monday‑Sunday, Evenings. • Position is part‑time with an on‑call reporting status and requires occasional nights and weekends. • This role will report to the Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington DC. • The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.