Production Technician I - Part-time

Georgia Aquarium; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is seeking a Part-Time Production Technician (Level I) to assist in daily operation and maintenance of lighting, electrics and production for theatre and guest events. The role includes operating a follow spot and supporting all production departments.

You will participate in load-ins, rehearsals, and events, train new staff on show operations, and help with basic video, audio, and stage tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in live entertainment and theatrical/special event production.
• Basic knowledge of live entertainment and show operations.
• Knowledge of lighting systems: conventional and automated lights, follow spots, lighting computers.
• Experience with electrical and low voltage systems.
• Experience with audio, special effects and camera/video systems is a plus.
• Strong office skills: MS Word and MS Excel.
• Able to kneel, lift and carry heavy equipment; work in heights and confined spaces.
• Ability to swim.
• Creative thinking and troubleshooting.
• Professional appearance and motivation.
• Flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operation and maintenance of lighting/electrics production.
• Operate a follow spot for presentations, rehearsals and events.
• Support other production departments as needed.
• Operate as a Stagehand/Production Assistant.
• Participate in load-ins, turn-arounds and strikes.
• Assist with training of new personnel on follow spot and show operations.
• Perform incidental tasks including cleaning and inspection of scenery and lighting areas.
• Cross-train into other daily operational roles.
• Perform tasks as workload necessitates, including administrative or technical support.
• Assist with Venue / House Management tasks.

Skills

Live entertainment experience

Theatrical production knowledge

Lighting systems operation

Follow spot operation

Stagehand / PA duties

MS Word

MS Excel

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

College degree or equivalent professional work experience

Tools

Lighting consoles

Audio-visual equipment

Camera/video systems

Electrical basics

Job description

Department: Production / 3410

Classification: Non-Exempt

Employee Type: PTNOEX - Part-Time Non-Exempt

Direct Report: Assistant Manager of Production

Position Summary

The Production Technician (Level I) – Part Time is an entry-level position within the Production Department which assists in the daily operation and maintenance of all aspects of technical production for the Production / Entertainment Departments, Special Events, and other Guest programming. They will operate a follow spot for presentations, as well as for rehearsals and special events, and support all other production departments as required. They will also participate in work calls / routine maintenance assignments, and function as a Stagehand / Production Assistant for presentations, Special Events or other production/guest programming projects as assigned. They will be exposed to, receive training in, and have the opportunity to assist with, operations related to lighting, special effects, audio-visual, live camera operation and video manipulation systems.

Responsibilities

Production & Operations:

• Assist in daily operation and maintenance of all aspects of lighting/electrics production for the theatre, production and special events.
• Operate a follow spot for presentations, rehearsals and special events as required.
• Support all other production departments as needed, to include, but not be limited to, wardrobe props, scenery and audio/visual.
• Operate as a Stagehand/Production Assistant as needed.
• Participate in and support load-ins, turn-a-rounds and strikes as needed/required.
• Assist with the training of new personnel on follow spot and basic show operations.
• Perform other functions incidental to operations as necessary/required, including but not limited to cleaning and inspection of scenery, catwalk/lighting position areas, and other production spaces.
• Cross-train into/ perform other daily operational roles as time/ skill set allows.
• Perform other tasks as workload necessitates, which may include administrative or other technical support tasks as assigned by Production Management.
• Assist with the Venue / House Management as needed, which may include opening/closing the house and making calls prior to performances.
  

Rules and Regulations

• Enforce and adhere to all rules and regulations of the company including but not limited to those outlined in the employee handbook or other documentation.
• Enforce and adhere to all health and safety standards and regulations.
• Enforce and adhere to all facility/building codes.
• Enforce and adhere to OSHA regulations and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum (2) years’ experience in live entertainment and theatrical/special event production
• Possess basic knowledge of all live entertainment, theatrical and special event production and operations.
• Possess basic knowledge of the operation and maintenance of theatrical lighting systems, conventional and automated/intelligent lights, follow spots, lighting computers and lighting systems and basic programming and training of such.
• Experience and knowledge of electricity and low voltage systems
• Experience with audio, special effects and camera/video systems a plus.
• Possess strong office computer skills. Specifically: MS Word, and MS Excel
• Ability to kneel, lift, and carry heavy equipment, work in confined spaces and at heights above 25’ and/or on various lifts, booms, and ladders.
• Ability to swim.
• Creative thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Professional Appearance & Demeanor
• Possess the highest level of motivation, pride in work and leadership.
• Remain flexible and available to work long hours, as needed, on a potentially fluctuating schedule, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• College degree or equivalent professional work experience

Team Requirements

1. Safety & Security

All Team Members are required to adhere to all Georgia Aquarium safety and security standards.

To maximize the guest’s experience, all Team Members are required to adhere to Georgia Aquarium standard operating procedures regarding attendance and dress code policies as it relates to individual job functionality.

Our forward-thinking business model requires listening and understanding of the needs of our guests both internal and external. To that end, we must always focus on the guest experience which is the key driver for return guest visitation and increased sales.

4 . Team Partnership

All Team Members are focused on supporting each other to complete the guest experience. Therefore, supporting, facilitating, and participating in activities that promote team effectiveness are vital to our organization.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Commitment

I commit to Georgia Aquarium, Inc. to be a part of the following:

Mission

Georgia Aquarium is a nonprofit committed to inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and Aquatic animals worldwide.

Vision

To be the Premier Aquarium in the World for Science, Entertainment, Education and Conservation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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