Production Manager

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music seeks a Floating Concert Operations Stage Manager to assist with technical production and maintenance for concerts, clinics, recitals and events on and off campus. You will work with Berklee venues, support load-in/load-out, operate lighting and sound, and help with stage and equipment maintenance.

The role requires strong technical abilities, good interpersonal skills, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of theater equipment including lighting, sound, and electrical systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical and sound reinforcement needs for Berklee venues and off-campus events.
• Operate venue lighting and sound equipment.
• Support load-in/load-out and setup of equipment for college shows and events.
• Assist with spotlight operations, maintenance, and electrical distribution, plus related production needs.
• Maintain, repair, and install concert sound and lighting gear; report issues to the Associate Director of Production.

Skills

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description: Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Production, this “Floating” Concert Operations Stage Manager assists with all technical aspects and maintenance for Concert Operations facilities. (i.e. sound equipment, electrical systems, lighting systems, etc.). This position has responsibility to assist in the technical production and support for concerts, clinics, recitals, and other events held on and off campus. Works with appropriate area’s regarding the set up and use of the facilities for college and outside rental functions, meetings and events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with technical and sound reinforcement needs for events at the Berklee Performance Center, The Lawrence and Alma Berk recital Hall, Colvin Hall, DFRH, Café 939, 160 Cafeteria, as well as off campus events (Commencement concert, Commencement, Encore Gala, etc.).
• Operates venue lighting and sound equipment.
• Assists with load-in, load-out and set up of equipment for college shows, events, and outside productions.
• Also assists with spotlight operations, stage and equipment maintenance, electrical power distribution, specialized equipment, staging, stage sets and all related production needs.
• Maintains, repairs, and installs concert sound and lighting equipment in the College’s performance venues whenever necessary. Reports equipment malfunctions or concerns to the Associate Director of Production. Makes recommendations for improvements to venues, equipment, etc. Meet with Associate Director of Production to review all technical and production requirements for college shows and events (on and off campus). Maintain appropriate event, production and maintenance records and distribute to appropriate individuals. Other duties within the scope of the job description as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Strong technical skills to provide a working knowledge of the safety standards, upgrading, and maintenance of theater equipment, including operation of lighting systems, electrical systems and sound equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays

Required Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in technical and production operations in a live music venue.
• Related Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience in sound reinforcement and lighting techniques and operations.
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art sound and lighting techniques and operations.
• General knowledge of maintenance requirements and techniques for all sound and lighting equipment.

Hiring Range: $22 - $25 per hour; hourly rate dependent on relevant experience and education.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [e-mail] or call 617-747-2375.

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Employee Type: Casual

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