Stage Technician

Weston&Sampson, Inc.; Kalamazoo, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a skilled stage tech to provide technical support for professional theatrical and other events. You will maintain equipment and systems to ensure reliable production operations.

The role includes designing and maintaining audio/video systems for auditorium events, coordinating with staff and production crews, and training stage personnel. A high school diploma and five years of experience are required, with weekend/holiday hours possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent mandatory.
• Five years of relevant stage/technical experience.
• Ability to work irregular shifts including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintains operating condition of equipment and systems for theatre productions.
• Designs, fabricates, installs, and maintains technical and mechanical systems for auditorium events.
• Maintains communication with staff, personnel, and production crews; provides customer service.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Supervises and trains stage employees.

Skills

Dante networking expertise

QLab show control

Blackmagic video equipment

WiFi networks design

VLAN configurations

Yamaha CL5 sound console operation

Wireless microphone / in-ear systems

Event audio operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dante networking

QLab

Blackmagic Design

WiFi networks

Yamaha CL5

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Summary

College

College VP Business And Finance-DIV

Executive Area

Executive Area VP Business And Finance

Department

Posting Number

Posting Number S1691P

Job Type

Job Type Full Time, Regular

Pay Type

Pay Type Nonexempt/Hourly

Pay Grade

Pay Grade E

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

Provides technical support for stage productions.

Major Duties

• Maintains the operating condition of all equipment and systems that are required for the production of professional theatrical, musical and other events.
• Designs, fabricates, installs and maintains technical and mechanical systems that are required for the productions of auditorium events.
• Maintains effective communication with auditorium staff, University personnel and individual production crews. Provides customer service.
• Assures strict compliance with all safety regulations, requirements and standards.
• Supervises and trains stage employees.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years’ relevant experience.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrate expertise in professional sound systems, audio programming, and live event audio operations.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Dante networking environments, QLab show control software, and Blackmagic Design video equipment.
• Design, maintain, and support WiFi networks, audio/video network infrastructure, and VLAN configurations.
• Operate and program Yamaha CL5 digital sound consoles for live productions and events.
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wireless microphone systems, in-ear monitor systems, hearing assistance devices, and descriptive audio systems.
• Manage and maintain acoustic treatment systems, including sound-absorbing curtain installations and related venue acoustics equipment.
• Operate, maintain, and optimize professional audio and audiovisual systems to deliver exceptional audience experiences.
• Apply advanced technical knowledge of audio, video, projection, and sound reinforcement systems to support diverse event requirements.
• Mix front-of-house ( FOH ) and monitor audio for concert bands, orchestras, theatrical performances, and non-union touring productions.
• Integrate house-owned and rental equipment seamlessly while maintaining exceptional organization, inventory control, and operational efficiency.
• Adapt and configure venue audio, video, and projection systems to meet the unique needs of school, community, corporate, and touring events.
• Serve as Head House Audio Engineer for Broadway touring productions, acting as the primary liaison for touring audio teams and ensuring successful execution of all audio-related requirements.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• External applicants should use the WMU – Application.
• Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff

Physical requirements and working conditions

• Heavy work frequently working in difficult work positions or with physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials greater than 50 pounds.
• Work is performed in an environment with exposure to somewhat disagreeable or hazardous conditions.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have five years of relevant experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to demonstrate expertise in professional sound systems, audio programming, and live event audio operations?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Dante networking environments, QLab show control software, and Blackmagic Design video equipment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience designing, maintaining, and supporting WiFi networks, audio/video network infrastructure, and VLAN configurations?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the ability to operate and program Yamaha CL5 digital sound consoles for live productions and events?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wireless microphone systems, in-ear monitor systems, hearing assistance devices, and descriptive audio systems?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience managing and maintaining acoustic treatment systems, including sound-absorbing curtain installations and related venue acoustics equipment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to operate, maintain, and optimize professional audio and audiovisual systems to deliver exceptional audience experiences?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to apply advanced technical knowledge of audio, video, projection, and sound reinforcement systems to support diverse event requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience mixing front-of-house (FOH) while monitor audio for concert bands, orchestras, theatrical performances, and non-union touring productions?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to integrate house-owned and rental equipment seamlessly while maintaining exceptional organization, inventory control, and operational efficiency?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to adapt and configure venue audio, video, and projection systems to meet the unique needs of school, community, corporate, and touring events?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you willing and able to serve as Head House Audio Engineer for Broadway touring productions, acting as the primary liaison for touring audio teams and ensuring successful execution of all audio-related requirements?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References
• Optional Documents
• Other

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.