Stage Technician & Live Audio-Visual Specialist

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

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.