Villanova Theatre seeks a Head Stage Lighting Technician to work with the Technical Director, Production Manager, and Lighting Designers to plan and execute the lighting design for Villanova Theatrical Productions. The Head Stage Lighting Technician will supervise graduate and undergraduate student crews in the hang of the lighting rep plots and the modifications and additions to these rep plots as specified by production lighting designers. The Head Stage Lighting Technician will attend all lig... more details
Head Stage Lighting Technician
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Posting Number:
20240570T
Position Title:
Head Stage Lighting Technician
Position Type:
Staff
Location:
Villanova, PA
Work Schedule:
temporary
Approximate Number of Hours per Week
20
Department:
146-Theatre
Position Summary:
Villanova Theatre seeks a Head Stage Lighting Technician to work with the Technical Director, Production Manager, and Lighting Designers to plan and execute the lighting design for Villanova Theatrical Productions. The Head Stage Lighting Technician will supervise graduate and undergraduate student crews in the hang of the lighting rep plots and the modifications and additions to these rep plots as specified by production lighting designers. The Head Stage Lighting Technician will attend all lighting focus days and supervise the focus of the light plot with the assistance of the lighting designer. In addition, the Head Stage Lighting Technician will assist with wiring, cabling, programming, and troubleshooting of all onstage lighting effects & practicals. The Head Stage Lighting Technician will attend all light hangs, light focuses, technical rehearsals, previews, and light strikes for each Villanova Theatre production.
Titles of Positions Supervised: Graduate Assistants & Technical Workstudy crew
Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervise and train students in the proper hanging and focusing of lighting instruments.
Work with the Lighting Designers to achieve the lighting design for each production.
Work with the Technical Director to schedule and plan light hang and light focus work calls.
Work with the Technical Director to purchase any necessary lighting equipment, templates, or lamps to achieve the lighting design as specified by the Lighting Designers.
Serve as programmer for Lighting Designers, as requested.
Train and mentor light board operators in the programming of light cues and assist them during all technical rehearsals.
Restore the hang/focus of each lighting rep plot after each production including.
Provide additional lighting & electrics support as requested.
This position will not access Villanova University Infrastructure Electrical Systems nor tie into any electrical panel. Must work with Villanova Facilities Electricians on any further electrical needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Formal Education
Associates Degree
Work Experience
Demonstrated experience with theatrical lighting & lighting equipment.
Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)
Firm understanding of modern theatrical lighting technology
Demonstrated experience mentoring students with various levels of experience
Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)
Programming ETC Geo, Ion (xe), & Element lighting consoles
Equipment Knowledge
LED lighting fixtures & intelligent moving instruments
Preferred Qualifications:
Formal Education
BA or BFA in Technical Theatre
Work Experience
2+ yrs of professional experience as an M.E. or Lead/Head Theatrical Electrician
Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)
Basics of Theatrical Lighting Design is always a plus
Equipment Knowledge
Lightwright software
Vectorworks for Lighting Design (or other CAD softwares)
ETC Source 4 LED Series 2 Lustr, PARs, etc.
Elation Artiste Picassos
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
a.)Tools, machinery and equipment used: N/A
b.)Environmental conditions: (any unusual/adverse conditions such as exposure to chemicals, noise, illumination, air quality, weather exposure etc.): N/A
c.)Physical requirements: (items such as lifting, pushing, pulling, standing or sitting for extended periods of time, manual dexterity, walking etc.):
Some evening and weekend work required.
Must be comfortable working At Height on catwalks, climbing ladders, and in MEWPs (i.e., genie & scissor lifts).
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Special Message to Applicants:
EEO Statement
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Posting Date:
06/10/2024
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
Commensurate with experience.
Job Classification:
non-exempt
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