Swing Light Board Operator- Part Time

Hale Centre Theatre; Transwest Village (UT); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 34.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Hale Centre Theatre in Utah invites applications for a Swing Light Board Operator (Part Time) to support nightly productions by running the lighting console and ensuring the integrity of the lighting design from opening to closing. You will read plots, operate ETC Eos consoles, perform pre-show and post-show checks, troubleshoot issues, and communicate clearly with the lighting team and stage management.

Evening and weekend calls, rehearsals, and other production tasks are part of the role.

Formación

• Comfort operating ETC Eos-family consoles.
• Read lighting plots and show paperwork.
• Complete pre-show, half-hour, and post-show checks.
• Troubleshoot console, DMX, LED, and show equipment.
• Strong communication with stage management and team.
• Attention to detail; stay calm under pressure.
• Available for nights, weekends, and rehearsals.

Responsabilidades

• Operate the lighting console for performances, rehearsals, and production calls.
• Execute established lighting design and cues throughout the run of a production.
• Complete all assigned pre-show, half-hour, and post-show checks and duties.
• Maintain proficiency with ETC Eos-family lighting consoles and related systems.
• Read and understand lighting plots, Lightwright paperwork, cue information.
• Troubleshoot console, fixture, DMX, wireless, LED, and show-specific issues.
• Maintain clear communication with Stage Management and the Lighting Supervisor.
• Document and relay accurate show, maintenance, and technical notes.
• Assist with show preparation, maintenance, and other department work.
• Assist with hangs, focus calls, rehearsals, changes, and strikes.

Conocimientos

Lighting control

Plot reading

Troubleshooting

Team communication

Time management

Calm under pressure

Nights & weekends

Herramientas

ETC Eos

Lightwright

DMX

Descripción del empleo

Swing Light Board Operator - Part Time

REPORTS TO- Lighting Supervisor

General Statement of Job Function

The Swing Light Board Operator supports the daily operation of Hale Centre Theatre productions by operating the lighting console for assigned performances and providing coverage across productions as scheduled. The primary responsibility of this position is to maintain the consistency and integrity of the lighting design from opening through closing while ensuring safe and reliable show operation.

The Swing Light Board Operator must be comfortable operating ETC Eos-family lighting consoles, reading and understanding lighting plots and show paperwork, completing established pre-show and post-show procedures, and troubleshooting lighting systems and show-specific equipment. This position requires strong communication, attention to detail, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and availability for nights, weekends, technical rehearsals, and other production calls as assigned.

Principal Duties, Responsibilities, Qualifications & Skills

• Operate the lighting console for assigned performances, rehearsals, and production calls.
• Execute the established lighting design and cues consistently throughout the run of a production.
• Complete all assigned pre-show, half-hour, and post-show checks and duties.
• Maintain proficiency with ETC Eos-family lighting consoles and a working understanding of lighting control systems and networking; experience with multi-console Eos networks is preferred but not required.
• Read and understand lighting plots, Lightwright paperwork, cue information, and other show-related documentation.
• Troubleshoot console, fixture, DMX, wireless, LED, and show-specific lighting issues and communicate unresolved problems appropriately.
• Maintain clear communication with Stage Management, the Lighting Supervisor, and other members of the lighting team during show operation.
• Document and relay accurate show, maintenance, and technical notes.
• Maintain and update followspot paperwork and other assigned show documentation.
• Assist with show preparation, maintenance, and other departmental work as assigned.
• Assist with lighting hangs, focus calls, technical rehearsals, changeovers, and strikes as assigned.
• Work safely with conventional and automated lighting equipment, LED tape, neon/flexible LED products, decoders, wireless DMX, and custom show-specific lighting elements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
• Work independently while functioning effectively as part of a collaborative production team.
• Adapt to changing production needs, schedules, equipment, and technology.
• Demonstrate strong organization, time management, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, technical rehearsals, and changing production schedules as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Swing Light Board Operators provide coverage based on production and departmental needs, including covering Primary Light Board Operator days off and other assigned performances. Weekly hours and additional production calls may vary and are not guaranteed.

Compensation & Commitment to Diversity

Hale Centre Theatre is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Hourly compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.