Production Technician (Lighting, Audio & Show Systems)

mrswindles; Englewood (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private accommodations

Travel with tour

Competitive weekly pay

Job summary

The Great Mr. Swindle's Traveling Peculiarium is seeking an experienced Production Technician to oversee technical operation while traveling with the company through the season.

This hands-on role covers lighting, audio, video, networking, and show control from load-in to load-out, ensuring each performance runs smoothly and to spec. You will operate and maintain ETC Eos lighting, Midas M32R mixer, and QLab, troubleshoot issues, and reproduce the established design across venues.

Qualifications

• Experience with theatrical, concert, or touring lighting and audio systems.
• Ability to read and implement lighting plots, wiring diagrams, patch sheets.
• Physically capable of load-ins/load-outs and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate lighting, audio, and show control systems during performances and cues.
• Lead setup and teardown of equipment; participate in all load-ins/load-outs.
• Read and implement plots, wiring diagrams, and signal flow docs.
• Assemble, patch, configure, and test production systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair lighting, audio, networking, video, and electrical systems.
• Maintain equipment and ensure consistent, high-quality performances.

Skills

Theatrical lighting experience

Audio systems

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Physical stamina

Reading plots/diagrams

Tools

ETC Eos

Midas M32R

QLab

DMX networking

Show control systems

Job description

Seasonal touring position. The Great Mr. Swindle's Traveling Peculiarium is an award-winning touring theatrical production presented under a custom-built, climate-controlled Boutique Big Top, combining world-class circus artistry, comedy, music, and immersive storytelling. We are seeking an experienced Production Technician to oversee the technical operation of the production while traveling with the company throughout the season.

This position is responsible for the lighting, audio, video, networking, and show control systems throughout the tour, from the initial load-in to the final load-out. The successful candidate will operate the show, maintain the equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure every performance runs smoothly. This is a hands-on working position, not a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Operate all lighting, audio, and show control systems during performances, and execute all cues accurately and consistently.
• Lead the setup and teardown of all lighting, audio, networking, video, and show control equipment, and personally participate in every load-in and load-out.
• Read, interpret, and accurately implement lighting plots, wiring diagrams, signal flow diagrams, cable schedules, and equipment layouts.
• Assemble, cable, patch, configure, and test all production systems.
• Set up, operate, and maintain the ETC Eos lighting system, Midas M32R digital mixing console, QLab, and all associated lighting, audio, networking, and show control equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair lighting, audio, networking, video, and electrical systems as needed.
• Faithfully reproduce the established technical design so every audience experiences the same high-quality production at every venue.
• Maintain all production equipment in clean, organized, and show-ready condition, and perform routine maintenance and inspections.
• Start and stop a stationary video camera to record each performance for archival purposes.
• Recommend and help implement future technical improvements as the production evolves.

Qualifications

• Professional experience with theatrical, concert, or touring lighting and audio systems.
• Ability to read and accurately implement lighting plots, wiring diagrams, patch sheets, and signal flow documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving lighting, audio, DMX, networking, video, and show control.
• Comfortable using ladders and hand tools, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work during load-ins and load-outs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.
• Comfortable living and working with a small touring company for the duration of the season.

Preferred Experience

• ETC Eos lighting control system
• Midas M32R digital mixing console
• QLab
• DMX distribution and networking
• Basic audio system tuning and troubleshooting
• Show control systems and basic networking (wired and wireless)
• Basic electrical troubleshooting
• Touring theatre, circus, concerts, or live event production

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation of $1,200 to $1,400 per week, depending on experience.
• Private accommodations throughout the tour.
• The opportunity to travel with a unique, nationally touring theatrical production.
• A collaborative environment where your ideas and technical expertise are valued.