Opera Lighting Supervisor (Temporary)

Boston Conservatory at Berklee; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Conservatory at Berklee is seeking a Temporary Lighting Supervisor for the off-campus opera, Rake’s Progress, at the Wimberly Theatre in April 2027. The role oversees lighting, electrical requirements, and supervises staff and students, coordinating with the lighting designer to meet deadlines.

The position supports the Performance Services department and reports to the Assistant Director of Production, with on-site presence required around late March to mid-April, and a likely end date

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Theater or similar field, or equivalent work experience.
• At least three years of experience as a professional Lighting Supervisor or Master Electrician.
• Experience working with college students in an advisory, supervisory, and/or educational capacity preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure alignment of lighting needs with artistic and institutional ambitions and within budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate closely with lighting designer, visiting artists, and division deans, chairs and faculty for all production and event needs.
• Work alongside the Temporary Production Electrician, and ensure knowledge of lighting plans, schedule, and expectations
• Attend hang, focus, tech, strike, and ensure coverage for lighting needs and notes as they arise.
• Track rehearsal report notes and reply as needed to lighting questions/concerns.
• Attend production meetings and participate in group meetings pertaining to lighting as needed.

Skills

Lighting supervision

Team leadership

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Theater or similar field

Tools

ETC console

VectorWorks

Job description

Boston Conservatory at Berklee is seeking a Temporary Lighting Supervisor for the off-campus opera, Rake’s Progress, at the Wimberly Theatre in April 2027. The role oversees lighting, electrical requirements, and supervises staff and students, coordinating with the lighting designer to meet deadlines.

The position supports the Performance Services department and reports to the Assistant Director of Production, with on-site presence required around late March to mid-April, and a likely end date