Cullowhee, North Carolina
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Birmingham, Alabama
Nationwide
Posted: 22-Aug-23
Location: Cullowhee, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: $41,750 - $43,000
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Internal Number: #220505
This position provides an opportunity to collaborate with a thriving contemporary art center in the mountains of Western North Carolina. The BAC Lead Technician works closely with the Technical Director/Production Manager in supporting the technical needs for Bardo Arts Center, including all backstage operations for the BAC Performance Hall, audio and video technical needs for the WCU Fine Art Museum, and support other departments as needed. Along with other full-time staff of Bardo Arts Center, this position is involved in the planning process for BAC programs and series, as well as in the implementation of those programs. This is a 12-month, time -limited grant-funded position with the option to renew pending available funds.
- Supervises, operates, and troubleshoots, audio, video, information technology for event production
- Operates, maintains, and safeguards the technical assets of the performance hall, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, communications equipment, and the use and maintenance of stage facilities
- Designs, sets up, maintains, and operates audio and video for theatre, dance, music, and other productions and projects
- Assists guest designers and artists with technical matters
- Supervises and assists with set and stage management
- Leads the installation and maintenance of a moderate A/V streaming set-up for classes and simple events
- Assists in recruiting, training and assignment of volunteer or paid technical staff for individual shows
- Orients facility users and visiting productions to safety, technical characteristics and other areas of facility operations and facilitates the use of the technical facilities by the resident company and others engaged by or using the facility
- Supervises a team of student technical staff to assist in the operation of the performance hall
- Monitors the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment
- Arranges for the repair and replacement of equipment within budgetary constraints
- Performs preventive maintenance on equipment
- Attends technical week rehearsals, to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of the mounting productions
- Follows the Performance Hall’s Readiness Plan for disasters and emergencies
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability and skill to exercise diplomacy in dealing with others and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Knowledge of contemporary and traditional event production, and presentation techniques for theatrical, dance, musicals, opera, concerts, films, and lectures
Working knowledge of techniques and methods of audio, video, and information technology for installation and preparation of theatrical or related performances
Ability to design, operate and maintain sound, video, and lighting equipment
Knowledge of stage equipment and rigging
Demonstrated ability to instruct students in stagecraft and safety protocols
Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written format
Ability to use a variety of computer applications relevant to the position including Vectorworks, QLab, DAW like Reaper or Avid, and the ability to maintain proficiency in industry standard technology
Enthusiasm for working with a culturally diverse workforce and constituency
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Demonstrated ability and skill to exercise diplomacy in dealing with others and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Knowledge of contemporary and traditional event production, and presentation techniques for theatrical, dance, musicals, opera, concerts, films, and lectures
Working knowledge of techniques and methods of audio, video, and information technology for installation and preparation of theatrical or related performances
Ability to design, operate and maintain sound, video, and lighting equipment
Knowledge of stage equipment and rigging
Demonstrated ability to instruct students in stagecraft and safety protocols
Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written format
Ability to use a variety of computer applications relevant to the position including Vectorworks, QLab, DAW like Reaper or Avid, and the ability to maintain proficiency in industry standard technology
Enthusiasm for working with a culturally diverse workforce and constituency
