Theater Technical Assistant — Lighting, Sound & Sets

Ithaca City School District; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 27,140 - 38,654; Part time

Job summary

The Ithaca City School District is looking for a Technical Assistant for its Fine and Performing Arts Department. The role involves providing technical support for theatrical productions, overseeing student crews, and ensuring all technical operations are executed efficiently.

Candidates should possess a relevant degree or significant experience in theatrical productions and excellent communication skills. The position offers $23.88 per hour for extracurricular theater activities, and work is scheduled from September through June.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a relevant Bachelor's or Associate's degree.
• Experience in theatrical productions with technical direction, lighting, sound, carpentry and video.
• Certification in AED/CPR is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with creative team during all production stages.
• Supervise and train student tech crew for performances.
• Ensure operational integrity of AV and technical equipment.

Skills

Technical direction

Lighting

Sound

Carpentry

Video production

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Fine and Performing Arts, Visual Communications, or related field

High School diploma with 4 years experience

Job description

The Ithaca City School District is looking for a Technical Assistant for its Fine and Performing Arts Department. The role involves providing technical support for theatrical productions, overseeing student crews, and ensuring all technical operations are executed efficiently.

Candidates should possess a relevant degree or significant experience in theatrical productions and excellent communication skills. The position offers $23.88 per hour for extracurricular theater activities, and work is scheduled from September through June.