What are the responsibilities and job description for the Show Automation Technician position at Sight & Sound?
Sight & Sound is an organization comprised of people with diverse talents coming together as one in Christ to tell His story through who we are and what we do. We foster a culture of love for God and love for others, trust and teamwork, and a collaborative environment in which we get to do our best work every day.
The Show Automation Technician provides support for technical elements during the show run as well as repairs to department equipment and systems. They assist the Automation & Effects department with development, installation, programming, implementation, maintaining, and updating projects and systems. They understand show-related programs and systems to run, troubleshoot, and repair. They operate the automation and control consoles during shows, while maintaining consistency in executing show cues in a timely, safe, and controlled manner.
Responsibilities :
- Provide exceptional customer service to Show Operations departments through clear and timely
communication related to technical production elements.
communications as well as other show related equipment and systems during performances,
rehearsals, and other times as needed to preserve show quality and operations.
show times including any preparation for the start or stop of daily operations.
effects, ramps, media, and stage lift cues during shows, rehearsals, sectionals, and demos.
power lifts, fall arrest systems, performer flying systems, knots, wire rope, and cable terminations.
Chief, and Stage Management during shows and technical challenges including show holds, while
supporting the authority of the Stage Manager.
professional demeanor.
may include being in costume in view of the audience as needed.
Prerequisites :
Education and / or Experience : Associate degree and 1-2 years of electronics troubleshooting
experience preferred. Live production experience preferred.
