Theater Technician

Hackley School; Village of Tarrytown (NY); In loco; USD 48.000 - 62.000; Part-time

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Hackley School seeks an experienced Theater Technician to provide technical support for external rental events at the Allen Center for the Creative Arts and Technology, including a 560-seat concert hall and 90-seat black box theater.

This on-call hourly role covers audio, lighting, projection, and related tech, with evenings and weekends as needed. The role requires independent problem solving and strong customer service.

Competenze

• Minimum two years working in theatrical production or relevant technical field.
• Experience supporting concerts, performances, presentations, conferences, or similar live events.
• Strong knowledge of microphones, digital audio consoles, speakers, projectors, presentation equipment, and basic theatrical lighting systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions during live events.
• Ability to use QLAB to design and operate sound playback and video cues.
• Ability to troubleshoot programming and equipment issues effectively during rehearsals and events.
• Excellent communication, professionalism, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with rental clients, performers, event planners, and outside vendors.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to event quality.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and move audio/visual equipment and work on ladders when necessary.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience working in a theater, performing arts center, school, or event venue is preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency operating and programming Yamaha QL series consoles.

Mansioni

• Operate lighting, sound, and projection systems in support of performances and events.
• Review event requirements and technical needs in advance with the Director of Auxiliary Programs and rental client.
• Set up, test, operate, troubleshoot, and shut down lighting, sound, and projection equipment.
• Serve as the on-site technician and board operator throughout the rental event.
• Support microphones, sound reinforcement, playback, presentations, projection, lighting, and other approved technical needs.
• Coordinate with rental clients, performers, event planners, and approved outside production vendors.
• Conduct pre-event sound checks and technical rehearsals when required.
• Ensure renters and vendors use Hackley equipment and facilities appropriately.
• Communicate promptly with the Director of Auxiliary Programs regarding equipment issues, damage, safety concerns, or changes to the event plan.
• Report equipment maintenance or repair needs following each event.
• Maintain orderly control booths, backstage areas, and workspaces during and after rental events.
• Properly power down, secure, and store all equipment at the conclusion of each event.
• Follow all Hackley safety, security, and facility procedures.
• Perform other rental event-related technical duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Customer service

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Strumenti

QLab

Yamaha QL series consoles

Dante I/O

QSYS

Shure wireless microphones

ETC Ion lighting consoles

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Position SummaryHackley School is seeking an experienced Theater Technician to provide technical support for external rental events held in the Allen Center for the Creative Arts and Technology, which includes a 560 seat concert hall and 90 seat black box theater.This is an as-needed on-call hourly position. The technician will work with the Director of Auxiliary Programs, rental clients, and Hackley School’s Director of Performing Arts and/or Technical Director to ensure the successful execution of events requiring audio, lighting, projection, and related technical support.Hours will vary based on the rental calendar and will primarily include evenings and weekends.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Operate lighting, sound, and projection systems in support of performances and audio, lighting, projection, and related technical support for external rental events.Review event requirements and technical needs in advance with the Director of Auxiliary Programs and rental client.Complete paid training with Hackley School's Technical Director to become proficient in the operation, setup, and troubleshooting of the school's audio, lighting, projection, and theatrical systems, and demonstrate the ability to operate all assigned equipment independently before supporting rental events.Set up, test, operate, troubleshoot, and shut down lighting, sound, and projection equipment.Serve as the on-site technician and board operator technician throughout the rental event.Support microphones, sound reinforcement, playback, presentations, projection, lighting, and other approved technical needs.Coordinate with rental clients, performers, speakers, event planners, and approved outside production vendors.Conduct pre-event sound checks and technical rehearsals when required.Ensure renters and vendors use Hackley equipment and facilities appropriately and in accordance with school policies.Communicate promptly with the Director of Auxiliary Programs regarding equipment issues, damage, safety concerns, or changes to the event plan.Report equipment maintenance or repair needs following each event.Maintain orderly control booths, backstage areas, and workspaces during and after rental events.Properly power down, secure, and store all equipment at the conclusion of each event.Follow all Hackley safety, security, and facility procedures.Perform other rental event-related technical duties as assigned.Typical Rental EventsRental events may include:Concerts and musical performancesTheatrical or dance performancesLectures and guest speakersConferences and presentationsFundraising eventsCommunity eventsPrivate performancesCorporate or nonprofit eventsOther approved facility rentalsQualifications and ExperienceMinimum two years working in theatrical production or relevant technical field.Experience supporting concerts, performances, presentations, conferences, or similar live events.Strong knowledge of microphones, digital audio consoles, speakers, projectors, presentation equipment, and basic theatrical lighting systems.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions during live events.Ability to use QLAB to design and operate sound playback and video cues.Ability to troubleshoot programming and equipment issues effectively during rehearsals and events.Excellent communication, professionalism, and customer service skills.Ability to work effectively with rental clients, performers, event planners, and outside vendors.Strong attention to detail and commitment to event quality.Ability to lift 50 pounds and move audio/visual equipment and work on ladders when necessary.Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.Experience working in a theater, performing arts center, school, or event venue is preferred.EITHERDemonstrated proficiency operating and programming Yamaha QL series consolesExperience designing and live mixing music and/or theatrical eventsAbility to use QLab to design and operate sound and video cuesKnowledge of Dante I/O, QSYS, and Shure wireless microphonesA basic understanding of operating ETC Ion lighting consolesORDemonstrated proficiency programming, and operating on an ETC Ion XEExperience designing and/or busking lighting for events (concert, dance, plays, etc)Ability to use QLab to design and operate sound and video cuesAbility to read a lighting plot and magic sheetA basic understanding of live sound mixing, Yamaha QL series sound console knowledge preferredScheduling and EngagementAssignments will be offered based on Hackley’s facility rental calendar and the technical requirements of each event. The position may require participation in a pre-event walkthrough, planning calls, sound check, rehearsal, or equipment setup in addition to the event itself.The number of assignments and hours is not guaranteed and will vary throughout the year.CompensationThe hourly range for this position is $35-$45, 4-hour minimum per scheduled event.About Hackley School:Hackley School is a nonsectarian coeducational K-12 independent school located in Tarrytown, NY. Hackley’s mission challenges its community to grow in character, scholarship, and accomplishment, to offer unreserved effort, and to learn from the varying perspectives and backgrounds in our community and the world.Founded as a boarding school in 1899, Hackley enrolls approximately 855 students, including about 30 five-day boarding students in grades 9-12. Students experience joy in the classroom and make life-long connections with each other and with our dedicated faculty, 40% of whom reside on campus. Robust extracurricular programming on our 285-acre campus creates unique opportunities for each student to learn and grow beyond the boundaries of the school day. Hackley graduates have the knowledge and confidence to pursue their passions and the drive to make a difference.Hackley’s four core values are Enter Here to Be and Find a Friend, United We Help One Another, Character Above Intellect, and Go Forth and Spread Beauty and Light.Learn more about Hackley at www.hackleyschool.org.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Hackley School’s required background check and fingerprinting process. Candidates must also complete all school-required onboarding and compliance training applicable to the position prior to beginning work, and may be required to complete additional training as required by the School during employment.