Theater Technician, Designer & Stage Supervisor

Babson College; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Babson College's Sorenson Center for the Arts seeks a Theater Technician to oversee safe operation of the facility and its specialized equipment. You may lead lighting, audio, video, show calling, or stage management as needed, ensuring top standards for events and productions.

The role includes training students, coordinating with clients and stakeholders, and maintaining professional standards in a fast-paced academic setting with diverse programs.

Qualifications

• 3 years of professional theatrical production experience in the arts and entertainment industry.
• Ability to read, execute, and update plots, signal flow, lightwright files, and run-of-show documents.
• Experience leading small teams or supervising a theater space/venue.
• Strong attention to detail, punctuality, positive attitude, and clear communication, including in emergencies.
• Ability to read and follow documentation and safety procedures.
• Comfortable working across multiple genres in performing arts.
• Proficient in Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Operate and supervise the safe and efficient use of the facility and its specialized theatrical equipment
• Provide lighting design, audio engineering, video operation, show calling, or stage management as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Liaise with clients, producers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless execution
• Perform and oversee limited set construction, painting, rigging, and other craft activities
• Organize, manage, train students in a hands-on learning environment
• Lead routine maintenance of theatrical facilities and equipment
• Maintain Babson College and Sorenson Center policies and procedures
• Timely response to scheduling outreach
• Supervise stagehands, assistants, and student staff
• Assume additional responsibilities as required

Skills

Theater tech

Team leadership

Documentation reading

Emergency leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Collaboration

Google Drive

Microsoft Office

Tools

Lightwright

Job description

Babson College's Sorenson Center for the Arts seeks a Theater Technician to oversee safe operation of the facility and its specialized equipment. You may lead lighting, audio, video, show calling, or stage management as needed, ensuring top standards for events and productions.

The role includes training students, coordinating with clients and stakeholders, and maintaining professional standards in a fast-paced academic setting with diverse programs.