Stagehand - Special Effects Technician (SFX)

Feld Entertainment, Inc.; Florida; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Feld Entertainment, Inc. is seeking a Senior Special Effects Technician to manage open flame, indoor pyrotechnics, and related effects for a large-scale arena touring production.

You will oversee all systems, ensure safety per NFPA standards, and maintain the integrity of the production's artistic concept. You will coordinate with tour management and local authorities, participate in rigging and loading/unloading, and travel year-round internationally, including Canada, to support performances

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Technical Theatre and/or 5+ years real world experience in indoor pyrotechnics and special effects in theatre/movie/arena touring
• Ability to read safety regulations and maintenance instructions and to write route reports and correspondence
• Detail oriented and methodical in establishing daily procedures and show protocols
• Ability to climb and work at heights above 55 ft before/during/after performances and rigging calls
• Team player with strong troubleshooting abilities and willingness to tour year-round
• Ability to travel internationally and to Canada

Responsabilités

• Oversee, maintain, execute and ensure safety of all mechanical, combustible, and special effects systems and fire suppression equipment
• Participate in setup and teardown of pyrotechnic gear, directing local crews in loading/unloading and assembling equipment
• Repair and maintain firing console equipment and related hardware
• Ensure safety and proper handling, storage and disposal of pyrotechnic products and equipment
• Follow cues to uphold production quality and aesthetics
• Liaise with tour management, Show Support, and fire authorities for permits, inspections, and disposal protocols
• Comply with Feld Entertainment safety policies and strive to improve efficiency and safety in the pyrotechnic department
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors

Connaissances

Compressed gases handling

Electrical DC/AC knowledge

Firing systems knowledge

Physically demanding

Rigging at height

Formation

Technical Theatre degree or related (associate or higher)

Outils

Wired firing systems

Wireless firing systems

Fire suppression equipment

Description du poste

Functions as a member of an integrated team of Special Effect Technicians on a large-scale arena touring production by assisting with all aspects of open flame, indoor pyrotechnics and all other special effects related to the production while maintaining the integrity of the artistic concept; adhering to Best Practice Safety Protocols and NFPA Standards and Guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the oversight, maintenance, execution and safety of all mechanical, combustible, and special effects systems, and fire suppression equipment
• Participate in the setup and teardown of all pyrotechnic gear and applicable equipment while directing local crews in the loading and unloading, assembling, and disassembling of all associated equipment.
• Responsible for repairing and maintaining all firing console equipment, associated hardware and fire suppression equipment and systems as directed by supervisors and Best Practice Standards.
• Always ensure the safety and security of pyrotechnic equipment and product including receiving, storage, handling and disposal of product and equipment.
• Responsible for following cues to maintain high standards of quality established for the production’s aesthetics and creative vision.
• Liaison with tour management staff, Show Support personnel and local fire authorities to ensure local permitting compliance including but not limited to opening day demonstrations, inspections, and disposal protocols
• Responsible for compliance with all Local and Feld Entertainment Inc. safety and security policies and continually seeking to improve efficiency and safety within the pyrotechnic department and overall production.
• Responsible for following the rules, regulations and guidelines set forth by Feld Entertainment Inc. as they pertain to the Marvel Universe Live Production.
• Responsible for accepting all other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Technical Theatre and/or 5+ years real world experience in the field of indoor pyrotechnics and special effects in the movie, theatre, or arena touring industries.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals, as well as to write route reports and correspondence.
• Detail oriented and methodical in establishing daily procedures and show protocols.
• Ability to climb and work focus, adjust and repair at heights more than 55ft before, during and after performance and during rigging calls, load ins and load outs.
• Recognized as a proven team player with strong trouble shooting capabilities.
• Ability and desire to tour year-round.
• Ability to travel internationally and to Canada.

Skills & Abilities

• Experience working with compressed gases (CO2, liquid propane).
• Knowledge of Electrical DC and AC voltage systems.
• Knowledge of wired and wireless firing systems a plus
• Ability to lift over 50lbs, stand for 2 hours and operate small hand tools.
• Additional skills in carpentry, welding, plumbing and metal fabrication a plus.
• Ability to climb, work, and repair at heights more than 40ft.

About Feld Entertainment

Feld Entertainment®, family owned and operated, is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Monster Jam®, Disney On Ice, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 80 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Feld Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees, customers, and partners worldwide. We celebrate diversity and encourage our profoundly talented workforce to express themselves proudly. Our successful business model requires different perspectives and voices so that we can create the incredible live shows we put on. Come join us and help us light up the world.