Theatre Production Overhire

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks Theatre Production Overhire to provide skilled, theatre-specific labor on an as-needed, hourly basis under the Director of Theatre Arts and Technology. These services are scheduled by the Director and most people specialize in one or two areas but may work across tasks as needed.

Pay is hourly, range $30.00–$40.00 per hour, with FLSA: Non-Exempt and time type: Part time.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in technical theatre operations.

Responsibilities

• Audio Engineering: setup, mic, mix and record people, bands, and other audio presentations.
• Theatrical Electrician: Hang, cable, focus lighting equipment, program and operate lighting control system.
• Follow Spot Operator: Operate follow spots for events according to the Stage manager.
• Stagehand: transport and setup furniture and other equipment for events; rearrange them during events.
• Scenic Carpenter: Construct stage scenery to specified requirements.
• Scenic Painter: Paint theatrical scenery to the Scenic Designer's specs.
• Rigger: Safely suspend equipment overhead and operate the fly system.

Skills

Audio Engineering

Theatrical Electrician

Follow Spot Operator

Stagehand

Scenic Carpenter

Scenic Painter

Rigger

Education

Two years of experience in technical theatre operations

Job description

Title: Theatre Production Overhire

Department: Theatre Technology & Performing Arts

Reports To: Director of Theatre Technology & Performing Arts

Position Summary

Provide skilled, theatre specific labor to support theatre production. These services are scheduled on an as-needed, hourly basis by the Director of Theatre Arts and Technology. These people perform a myriad of tasks depending upon the need at hand. Most people specialize in one or two areas listed below, but are frequently familiar with most of them.

Essential Functions

• Audio Engineering: setup, mic, mix and record people, bands, and other audio presentations.
• Theatrical Electrician: Hang, cable, focus lighting equipment, program and operate lighting control system. Follow Spot Operator: Operate follow spots for events according to the instructions of the Stage manager.
• Stagehand: transport and setup furniture and other equipment for events; rearrange them as needed during an event.
• Scenic Carpenter: Construct stage scenery to the required specifications.
• Scenic Painter: Paint theatrical scenery to the specifications of the Scenic Designer.
• Rigger: Safely suspend equipment overhead and operate the fly system during events.

Pre-Requisite Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in technical theatre operations.

Compensation

• $30.00-$40.00/hour

At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Range: Hourly Employees

NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Time Type: Part time

Pay Rate: Hourly

Additional Information

As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.

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