Stagehand Electrician - Theatrical Lighting Tech (PT)

Playwright Co; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Playwright Co. is seeking a Stagehand – Electrician to support lighting operations for theatrical productions at Manhattan School of Music. The role reports to Production Management and works under the day-to-day direction of the Lighting Supervisor, Production Electrician, and Production Supervisor.

This part-time, union role under IATSE Local 1 requires flexibility for evenings and weekends. Responsibilities include installation, focusing, patching, maintenance, and operation of lighting

Qualifications

• Theatrical lighting or stagehand experience preferred.
• Familiarity with lighting instruments, control systems, power distribution, data systems, and related equipment preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and use hand/power tools as required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in load-ins, rehearsals, performances, changeovers, and strikes as assigned.
• Works in various performance and production spaces at Manhattan School of Music.
• Works collaboratively with production staff, stage management, designers, guest artists, students, and other stagehands.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be comfortable using appropriate hand and power tools as required by the assignment.

Skills

Stagehand experience

Lighting systems

Tools usage

Heavy lifting

Team collaboration

Tools

Lighting consoles

Dimming systems

Cabling & rigging

Job description

Playwright Co. is seeking a Stagehand – Electrician to support lighting operations for theatrical productions at Manhattan School of Music. The role reports to Production Management and works under the day-to-day direction of the Lighting Supervisor, Production Electrician, and Production Supervisor.

This part-time, union role under IATSE Local 1 requires flexibility for evenings and weekends. Responsibilities include installation, focusing, patching, maintenance, and operation of lighting