Theater Technician Specialist/Client Coordinator

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) seeks a Theater Technician Specialist/Client Coordinator to provide first-line on-site technical support for the Loudoun campus theater and event center.

Responsibilities include preparing spaces, operating audio/visual equipment during events, post-show cleanup, and equipment maintenance. The role requires flexible schedule including evenings and weekends, and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of theater terminology, design principles and practices, theater equipment/supplies.
• Knowledge of Electronic and audio principles used in theater productions.
• Knowledge of safety requirements for personnel and equipment.
• Ability to trouble shoot and perform routine maintenance of theater production equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the theater and surrounding spaces for the client.
• Operate audio and visual equipment for the event including technical rehearsals, performances and presentations.
• Post show cleanup.
• Maintain the equipment during and after the event.
• Ensure proper use of theater equipment.

Skills

Theater terminology

Audio principles

Safety standards

Troubleshoot

Customer service

Tools

Audio consoles

Wireless mics

Signal routing

Job description

Working Title Theater Technician Specialist/Client Coordinator Role Title Media Specialist II Role Code 29072-FP FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 280W0887 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Loudoun Work Location Loudoun - 107 Hiring Range $30/hr Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 3-Technicians Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Work schedule will vary based on the event calendar. This position will be working as per business need, mainly for weekday and weekend days and evenings theater events.

General Description

Sensitive Position No Job Description This position provides first-line on-site technical support for the Loudoun campus theater and event center for the outside events as needed.

Duties And Tasks

• Prepare the theater and surrounding spaces (e.g. dressing rooms) for the client.
• Operate audio and visual equipment for the event including technical rehearsals, performances and presentations.
• Post show cleanup.
• Maintain the equipment during and after the event.
• Ensure proper use of theater equipment.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSAs

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of theater terminology, design principles and practices, theater equipment/supplies.
• Knowledge of Electronic and audio principles used in theater productions.
• Knowledge of safety requirements for personnel and equipment.
• Ability to trouble shoot and perform routine maintenance of theater production equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills required.

Minimum Work Experience

• Experience in stage or event production, to include stage rigging, lighting console programming, sound mixing, Audio/Video and computer technology.
• Experience in operating the audio and visual equipment.
• Experience working in an event center environment
• Experience in theater equipment maintenance and repair.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in the event industry, live theater, production or a related field.
• Experience with professional audio systems, including digital and analog mixing consoles, wireless microphones, signal flow and routing.
• Experience with theatrical lighting systems, including digital lighting consoles, ability to hang and focus stage lights, circuiting and cabling lighting instruments.

Operation of a State Vehicle

No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

N/A

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers. At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College. NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program. We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit www.nvcc.edu. Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.