Live Production Technician & Stage Manager

Playwright Co; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peace Center in Greenville, SC seeks a Production Technician to handle lighting, audio and rigging for shows and events. This hands-on role also functions as stage manager and supports event management tasks for assigned productions.

Responsibilities include reviewing show riders, advancing events with clients and crew, identifying technical issues, coordinating crews, and ensuring safety and code compliance across all performance and support spaces.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in general stagecraft techniques.
• Minimum 2 years of experience running consoles.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and diagrams.
• Ability to lift 35-50 lbs repeatedly and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review show riders, crew calls, invoices, event reports, stage diagrams and lighting plots.
• Advance events, meet with clients, technical staff, and Peace Center personnel to discuss production needs and schedule crew calls.
• Identify technical problems, design issues or equipment limitations and notify appropriate staff.
• Maintain advance and show records.
• Supervise staff and local labor during scheduled calls to ensure proper use of house equipment and efficient labor.
• Maintain a safe working environment ensuring all codes and safety procedures are followed.
• Operate sound board, hang/focus lighting console, and serve as Production Coordinator or Stage Manager as assigned.

Skills

Stagecraft experience

Running lighting consoles

Running sound boards

OSHA regulations knowledge

Read technical drawings

Lift 35-50 lbs

flexibility for nights & weekends

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lighting console

Sound board

Forklift (certification)

Job description

The Peace Center in Greenville, SC seeks a Production Technician to handle lighting, audio and rigging for shows and events. This hands-on role also functions as stage manager and supports event management tasks for assigned productions.

Responsibilities include reviewing show riders, advancing events with clients and crew, identifying technical issues, coordinating crews, and ensuring safety and code compliance across all performance and support spaces.