Vinny Vigilante - Jacob's Pillow Dance

Title: Ted Shawn Theatre Master Electrician

Status: Seasonal; Full-Time April 30, 2018 through September 1, 2018

Pay Range: $550-$650/week +Room and Board

Reports to: Ted Shawn Theater Production Manager

Works with: Festival staff, visiting company members

Supervises: Production interns as assigned



The Master Electrician is a member of the Production Department and reports directly to the Ted Shawn Theatre Production Manager. The Master Electrician is expected to be able to function independently on projects under his or her direct supervision as well as assist the Ted Shawn Theatre Production Manager in the day-to-day operations of the production department, maintain a safe and healthy work environment, and coordinate technical resources related to the production of festival performances and special events.



Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assist the Production Manager with artist production needs; maintaining early and constant communication with the Director of Technical Production regarding coordination of artists’ requirements and festival resources.

Coordinating the scheduling of production intern rotation and all crew calls, including load-ins, load-outs, extended rehearsals or performance calls, notes, and changeovers.

Supervising production interns in their specific duties and offer advice and guidance towards the completion of the assigned tasks

Assisting festival and artist's production staff during load-in, rehearsals, performance calls, load-outs and changeovers

Assisting with the seasonal opening and closing of the Festival's performance spaces, studios, exhibition spaces, and temporary tents

Overseeing safe operation and daily maintenance of the festival stage systems, including supervision of Production interns in the safe use of rigging, electrics, stage hardware, ladders, scaffolding, etc.

Overseeing the maintenance of a well-lighted environment for all areas of the indoor performance spaces including FOH and dressing rooms.

Assisting House Manager in the efficient movement of patrons into the venues and coordinating with backstage personnel on starting times, late seating pauses, intermissions, etc.

Under the general direction of the Director of Technical Production, assisting with coordination of emergency response for staff and patrons in the event of an emergency or extreme weather

Completion of Adult/Child CPR and First Aid Training (provided to all seasonal staff prior to Festival).

Mentor and train Production Apprentices and Interns in riggings, tools, safety, and general theater operations.

Other duties as assigned.



Qualifications:

Previous experience including college degree in theatre or minimum of 4 years of related experience in Production and theatrical lighting.

Familiarity with and knowledge of theatrical lighting equipment

Strong working knowledge and comfort with the use of Vectorworks, Lightwright, ETC ION Console.

Strong attention to detail and proactive monitoring of processes with excellent communication skills.

Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and organizational skills

Ability to multi-task, work under a deadline, and work flexible hours

Valid driver’s license.



To Apply:

Send cover letter, resume, and references to Vincent Vigilante, with “Master Electrician” in the subject line.