What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theater Lighting and Sound Manager position at The City of Morgantown?
Position : Theater Lighting and Sound Manager
Department : Arts and Culture
Employment Status : Permanent - Full Time - Non-exempt
Schedule : Schedule may vary based on events and projects. During the time when there are no events the schedule would be Monday - Friday 8 : 00 - 5 : 30.
Compensation : Grade 7; Starting rate $20.96 / hour
POSITION SUMMARY :
Works under the supervision of the Director of Arts & Culture Development, and Arts & Cultural Venues Manager and is reviewed for compliance with established procedures while working and through review after assignment completion and evaluation of the same. This position will plan, schedule, and ensure proper technical support for the Metropolitan Theatre, Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater and other applicable venues; serves as lead technician and liaison for staff and facility users; maintains inventory of technical equipment, determines proper weight loads and limits, rigging, sound, lighting, and stage systems; coordinates technical requirements with renters, show promoters, managers, and other event personnel for each event; supervises, trains, schedules and evaluates theater technical and event staff; ensures for the successful sound and lighting support for all events and activities at the Metropolitan Theatre, Ruby Amphitheater, and other city / department events and locations as needed. The position will also serve as event manager at events when managers are not available.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES - KNOWLEDGE - SKILLS - ABILITIES :
- Working with the Director and Venues Manager, helps create and coordinate events schedules and technical staffing for Metropolitan Theatre and Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater and other applicable venues as City needs arise and / or as assigned.
- Plan, organize and implement the maintenance and operation of technical performance-related equipment at the Metropolitan Theatre, and Ruby Amphitheater including lights and lighting control panels, sound equipment, microphones, sound boards, speakers, special effects equipment and other technical systems used during performance and rehearsals.
- Program sound equipment, lighting equipment, and other technical systems in advance of performances and productions; troubleshoot and resolve problems with productions equipment. Operation of such a system and maintenance is also required.
- Provide technical support and services for a variety of projects and facilities within the department and the City.
- Assist in scheduling and supervision of events and other staff as needed for technical production and event support.
- Serve as event manager and SPOC at city events when director or facility manager are not present.
- Monitor the condition of equipment, including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; notify supervisor of the need to repair and replace equipment.
- Serve as a liaison between production staff, promoters, directors of events, renters, and theatre staff.
- Utilize proper safety practices and procedures and the ability to climb stairs and ladders safely and follow safety protocols as directed.
- Other duties as assigned.
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The City of Morgantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Salary Description
20.96 / hour
Salary : $21
