Theater Tech

Miss Porter's School; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

6AM City, LLC is seeking an Audio Visual Technician to handle the setup, operation, and maintenance of audio, video, and lighting systems for school events and performances. In the afternoons, you will serve as Technical Theater Director, guiding the theater program through its three major productions each year.

You will train students and staff on AV equipment, troubleshoot issues during events, and coordinate with faculty and facilities to ensure smooth performances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate’s degree or technical training is preferred.
• Experience with audio systems, lighting boards and video equipment.
• Basic understanding of and ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and break down sound and lighting equipment for school events and performances.
• Provide live sound support, lighting control and video projection support.
• Assist faculty and staff with AV technology as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during events and performances.
• Perform routine maintenance and inventory of AV equipment and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Coordinate sound and lighting for events with faculty, staff and students.
• Train students and faculty/staff on basic AV equipment use.
• Maintain cables, storage areas and equipment organization.
• Submit maintenance requests for department areas, campus and events.
• Collaborate with Facilities to support event performance needs and theater sets.
• Support the theater program as technical theater director and instructor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Audio systems

Lighting boards

Video equipment

Troubleshooting electronics

Physical stamina (up to 50lbs)

Flexible hours

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or technical training preferred

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary: The Audio Visual Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of audio, video, and lighting equipment used for school events, performances, and other campus activities. This role ensures the reliable operation of audiovisual systems across the school campus. In addition, the technician serves as the Technical Theater Director in the afternoons, providing technical leadership and support for the school's three major theater productions each year.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate and break down sound and lighting equipment for school events (speakers, performances, theater production, events and meetings)
• Provide live sound support, lighting control and video projection support
• Assist faculty and staff with av technology (projectors, microphones, etc.) when needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in timely manner including during events and performances
• Perform routine maintenance and inventory of AV equipment (sound boards and theater lighting) working with vendors to complete maintenance/installation of equipment when necessary
• Coordinate sound and lighting for events with faculty, staff and students as needs
• Train students and faculty/staff on basic AV equipment use when needed
• Maintain cables, storage areas and equipment organization
• Submit maintenance request work orders for the department areas, campus and events as needed.
• Collaborate with Facilities department on supporting event performance needs and building theater sets
• Support the theater program as technical theater director and instructor
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree or technical training preferred)
• Experience with audio systems, lighting boards and video equipment
• Basic understanding of and ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment
• Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 50lbs)
• Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; able to perform tasks independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, collaborative work style.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Office environment, av equipment
• Repetitive (keyboard) motion
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
• Lifting, bending and climbing ladders as needed

The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned as deemed appropriate.