Theater House Technician — Live Production Support

Jimmy Jazz; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental insurance

Paid time off and wellness programs

Educational opportunities

Job summary

Pace University seeks a House Technician to support the Schimmel Theater, handling sound, lighting, video, rigging and related systems for performances, lectures and events. You will coordinate with departments to ensure timely, safe operation and maintain documentation and inventories.

The ideal candidate has a theatre background, 3-5 years of professional production experience, and a willingness to support student productions in a university environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional production experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sound, lighting and multimedia equipment for performances and events in Schimmel Theater.
• Set up furniture and sets for performances and events in Schimmel Theater.
• Operate and assist in the maintenance of the theatrical rigging systems and equipment.
• Create and maintain all necessary paperwork and documentation in relation to the sound, lighting and multimedia equipment
• Liaise with relevant departments and individuals to ensure support is anticipated and provided.
• Provide technical and creative support for all users of the theater.
• Assist during production weeks to ensure rehearsals and production meetings run smoothly.
• Provide first-line maintenance support for all relevant technical equipment, machines, furniture, fixtures and fittings.
• Ensure all equipment is stored safely and is accessible to others when absent.
• Maintain an inventory of all equipment and materials held and used.
• Liaise with IT staff about software requirements and system support.
• Performs other such duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Skills

3-5 years production experience

Education

Undergraduate degree in Theatre

Job description

Pace University seeks a House Technician to support the Schimmel Theater, handling sound, lighting, video, rigging and related systems for performances, lectures and events. You will coordinate with departments to ensure timely, safe operation and maintain documentation and inventories.

The ideal candidate has a theatre background, 3-5 years of professional production experience, and a willingness to support student productions in a university environment.