Stage & AV Technician for Live Performances

University of Utah; Utah; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Utah's School of Music seeks a concert hall technician to support stage management, lighting, audio, and video for performances and events at the Salt Lake City campus. The role involves setting up stages, overseeing AV streaming, and coordinating with front-of-house staff.

You will prepare the hall, operate lighting and sound equipment, manage safety, and respond to emergencies, with shifts including nights and weekends based on performance schedules.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time professional experience in technical theatrical skills.
• Ability to perform essential functions per the position description.

Responsibilities

• Set up stage for concerts, events, rehearsals, etc.
• Oversee AV streaming equipment and monitor live streams.
• Ready building for concerts, events, rehearsals, etc.
• Post-event cleanup of the hall.
• Respond to emergencies as necessary.
• Run light board for rehearsals and performances.
• Prepare sound and run soundboard for rehearsals and performances.
• Climb ladders, move heavy equipment and instruments, and use tools.
• Coordinate ushers during events.
• Inspect and maintain stage equipment and report damages.
• Set standard for calm backstage behavior.
• Possess authority to stop a performance for safety concerns.

Skills

Stage management

Technical theatre

AV operation

Tools

Soundboard

Light board

AV streaming equipment

Projector

Job description

The University of Utah's School of Music seeks a concert hall technician to support stage management, lighting, audio, and video for performances and events at the Salt Lake City campus. The role involves setting up stages, overseeing AV streaming, and coordinating with front-of-house staff.

You will prepare the hall, operate lighting and sound equipment, manage safety, and respond to emergencies, with shifts including nights and weekends based on performance schedules.