Theatre Technical Coordinator - 61166401

State of South Carolina; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options where applicable

Job summary

The Theatre Technical Coordinator at the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities will oversee lighting, props, audio, video and rigging for theatre and related performances. The role involves constructing stages, maintaining equipment, and leading a technical crew during live shows and events.

Responsibilities include coordinating with directors and staff, managing livestreams, scheduling crew, and ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Production, Technical Theatre, or related field.
• Experience in programming and operating lighting and/or sound consoles.
• Ability to lead a team to accomplish a complete production.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with directors, designers, and production staff to interpret production requirements and develop technical plans.
• Maintain inventory of lighting, audio, video, prop and staging equipment and read lighting plots.
• Schedule crew calls, provide stagehand support, and supervise technical crew during productions and events.
• Manage video recording, streaming, uploading and archiving of events.
• Program and operate lighting/sound consoles and troubleshoot equipment.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Production, Technical Theatre, related field

Experience in leading a team to accomplish a complete production

Tools

ETC lighting consoles

Digital/analog audio consoles

Livestream video equipment

Job description

Job Responsibilities

This Is An Internal Posting; Only Current Employees Of The SC Governor's School For The Arts And Humanities Will Be Considered

The Theatre Technical Coordinator will work under the direction of the Director of Production and will coordinate the installing and operation of the lighting, props, audio, video and rigging for theatre, dance, music, film, and more. Construct and assemble staging for theatre and film. Oversee the building, painting, repair of existing scenic elements and props as well as building from scratch, operate livestream video equipment. program and operate lighting console for live shows and special events, and leading a team to accomplish a complete production.

Responsibilities Of The Theatre Technical Coordinator

• Coordinate with directors, designers, and production staff to interpret production requirements and develop technical plans and assist planning production schedules based on design requirements and available resources, while understanding and adhering to theatre practices, and safety standards.
• Maintain inventory of lighting, audio, video, prop and staging equipment. Read and implement lighting plots, stage plots, and scenic ground plans. Assist Production Manager with purchasing for shows and restocking as needed for performance construction and the scenic shop.
• Work with the Production Manager on scheduling crew calls for technical crew to maintain technical equipment. provide stagehand support for performances and events, and for production construction, setup, and strike. Supervise and lead technical crew during production set up and strike, event and show runs, and maintenance projects.
• Managing the video recording, streaming, uploading and archiving of all South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities events. This requires event scheduling on streaming platform, all equipment acquisition, set up and operation during the event.
• Program and operate consoles (lighting and/or sound). Maintain, operate. and troubleshoot technical equipment including lighting, audio and video the general maintenance needs as well as while performing a technical role during a performance or in preparations for a production as staffing needs require.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Production, Technical Theatre, related field, or equal relevant experience in field.

Additional Requirements

• Experience in programming and operating consoles (lighting and/or sound).
• Ability to maintain, operate, and troubleshoot technical equipment including lighting, audio, and video.
• Understanding of theatre practices and safety standards.
• Experience in leading a team to accomplish a complete production.
• Ability to work in a physically engaging environment including the ability to lift up to 30 lbs., squat, stand for extended periods, climb ladders, and work at height.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to operate a state vehicle.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overtime.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ETC lighting consoles and digital and analog audio consoles.
• Proficiency in operating live streaming and video equipment, including cameras, switchers, and streaming software.
• Familiarity with projectors and projection mapping techniques for live theatre productions.
• Experience with set construction and design coordination.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Art & Humanities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.