Assistant Lighting Supervisor

Boston, MA, United States

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The Assistant Lighting Supervisor position reports to the Lighting Supervisor and will provide support in conducting the day-to-day operations of the Lighting and Projections Department of the Office of the Arts. This position will help ensure superior production values, safety, and smooth technical operations in all Office of the Arts venues and will serve as the Technical Supervisor on Duty. This role will provide real-time technical and artistic expertise for Office of the Arts shows and events and will lead a variety of lighting and projections projects as well as managing the scheduling of intermittent and student employees. This is an important role that requires accuracy, attention to detail, and a passion for theatrical production.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assist the Lighting Supervisor and Associate Lighting Supervisor in the logistical planning of selected theater events and productions; provide technical expertise and supervision to said events and productions.

• Work with lighting designers to answer questions about the venue and venue-specific lighting inventory that will be used by the show and to help create a lighting plot specific to the venue.

• Work with local rental companies to rent any additional equipment needed to ensure the success of the lighting design.

• Work with the Lighting Supervisor and the Assistant Lighting Supervisor to ensure the good working order of the lighting equipment inventory throughout the venues managed by the Office of the Arts.

• Repair and maintain equipment as necessary.

• Assist the lead overhire crew and Production Electrician during all calls, including, but not limited to, with circuiting, paperwork, and creating a plan for loading a show into the venue.

• Work with the overhire Programmer to answer any questions about the lighting console, helping troubleshoot issues as they arise.

• Serve as the Production Electrician, Programmer, or Technical Supervisor on Duty for shows as required.

• Complete all necessary administrative work.

• Schedule, train, and support overhire and student employees.

• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.

• Associate Degree in Theatrical Studies or related discipline required

• 1-3 years of experience in theatrical supervision and crew management. Experience as an Assistant Lead Electrician preferred

• Experience with theatrical rigging and counterweight fly systems required

• Experience with ETC Lighting Systems including Eos consoles, Sensor Dimming Systems, and Unison Architectural controls preferred

• Experience with Vectorworks and Lightwright preferred

• Experience servicing automated lighting equipment preferred

• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.

• Demonstrable knowledge of lighting and projection equipment operation

• Understanding of and basic proficiency in computer-aided drafting

• Knowledge of the theatrical industry and OSHA safety procedures and practices

• Self-starter with good problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in high-stress situations with varied personalities

PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position is active in nature, continuous movement is required.

• Ability to have continuous oral and written communication with co-workers and supervisors is essential.

• Repetitive movements, frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, reaching, pushing, stooping, climbing, and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color-coding, and read fine print will be expected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• This position works in a theatre and an office environment

• Exposed to moderate noise levels

• Exposed to dust, heat, chemicals, and fumes

• Works at height and various stage elevations

COMPENSATION

Compensation for this position will be between $ 17.76 - $ 20.87 hourly, commensurate with experience.

Grade of Position: 23-03NE

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.00

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.

Please refer to our https://hr.emerson.edu/hc/en-us/categories/360001388353-Benefits for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

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