Theatre Technician

Holly Springs; North Carolina; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Theatre Technicians at Holly Springs Cultural Center operate production equipment for performances, events, and rentals. They set up, run, and maintain lighting, audio, and set pieces, collaborating with guest artists and renters to meet technical needs.

Occasionally they lead a small crew during shows, supervise the theatre and equipment during performances, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. Starting pay ranges from $16 to $18 per hour, based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have working knowledge of professional audio mixing consoles and related equipment.
• Familiarity with theatre lighting consoles and lighting design is required.
• Experience with theatre set construction or carpentry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain production equipment for performances, events, and rentals.
• Work in a team to support guest artists and renters with lighting, sound and set requirements.
• May lead a small Technicians crew during performances and events.
• Supervise theatre and equipment while shows run, ensuring safety and smooth operation.

Skills

Audio mixing

Lighting control

Set construction

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Theatre Technicians will be responsible for the operation of production equipment at the Holly Springs Cultural Center (primary focus) and at other Town venues. Duties may include the setup, operation, and maintenance of theatrical and event production equipment, including lighting, audio, and set pieces. Technicians work in a team to support guest artists, performance groups, and renters with lighting, sound, and set requirements, as assigned. At times Theatre Technicians may be expected to lead a small group of Technicians during performance, events, and rentals. Positions are also responsible for the supervision of the theater and technical equipment during performances, events, and rentals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must for this fast paced collaborative work environment.

A working knowledge of all of the following with proficiency in at least one is required:

• professional audio mixing consoles and other audio equipment, such as microphones and speakers
• theatre lighting consoles and equipment, as well as lighting design
• theatre set construction or carpentry

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Theatre Production Specialist. Scheduled work hours, including evenings and weekends, will fluctuate based on the employee's availability and skill set as well as the needs of scheduled performances, events, and rentals. Starting pay range is $16-$18 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

Applicants must be age 18 or older, with a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid North Carolina driver license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.