Technical Production Assistant (Fine and Performing Arts Center)
Technical Production Assistant (Fine and Performing Arts Center)
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Duties
The Technical Production Assistant will assist the Technical Director of the Fine and Performing Arts Center ( FPAC ) and team in preparation of FPAC facilities execution of academic performing arts chief carpenter for the academic theater productions and assist with all FPAC events as assigned; Assists with training and supervising shop technical staff on set construction load-in/out and shop safety guidelines and procedures; assists with Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) safety checks for all technical spaces on a regular basis and serves as a collaborator with Academic Theater and Music Directors. The Fine and Performing Arts Center ( FPAC ) at Moraine Valley Community College is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. The center presents world-class award-winning artists and prides itself as a showcase for performing and visual arts a center for academic preparation and a resource for all who love the arts. The Technical Production Assistant is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (others may be assigned): Supervise and assist the setup operation and technical requirements for the following by not limited to: Academic music rehearsals performances recitals and juries; Academic theater rehearsals performances acting finals and attend theater department production meetings. Assist with technical advancements and logistical details for Academic Theater and Music performances.. Manage build and assemble scenic elements for each academic theater production; transport load-in and strike scenic elements into and out of the performance spaces; assist Technical Director with rigging any hung elements to safety standards and the installation and focus of lighting/sound/video elements as needed. Supervise plan schedule and train technical shop crew on academic theater set construction load-in/out and shop safety guidelines and procedures. Academic Theater has four performances annually: one fall musical two spring plays and one summer outdoor Shakespeare production. Assist Technical Director as an on-site shop supervisor to ensure safe operating procedures in the scene shop and performance spaces in accordance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies protocols. Assist with scheduling daily work assignments to all shop personnel as needed. Conduct and maintain inventory of shop supplies and power tools on monthly basis and inform Technical Director of supplies that are needed. Maintain and organize backstage storage areas upkeep of spaces and equipment and oversee the maintenance and repair of technical equipment. Communicate with Liberal Arts Office and Academic Theater department on budget for each theater production. Assist Technical Director on supervising and training shop crew on set construction production crew load-in/out of academic music events etc. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability addition to the above the following qualifications are sought: Possess a background in theater as evidenced by course work and/or related experience. 2 years experience in set construction in a producing theatrical venue or scenic studio. Basic understanding theatrical lighting and electrical; sound set up and can read a stage plot; theater rigging and music concerts. Good organizational skills. Ability to be current/knowledgeable with software programs used in the field. Willingness to adapt to a flexible work schedule including nights and weekends While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand walk sit reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is often required to stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must be able and willing to lift heavy objects up to 75 pounds and work on a lift or ladder up to 25 feet high. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Working conditions include all types of environments including working with chemicals.
The Technical Production Assistant will assist the Technical Director of the Fine and Performing Arts Center ( FPAC ) and team in preparation of FPAC facilities execution of academic performing arts chief carpenter for the academic theater productions and assist with all FPAC events as assigned; Assists with training and supervising shop technical staff on set construction load-in/out and shop safety guidelines and procedures; assists with Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) safety checks for all technical spaces on a regular basis and serves as a collaborator with Academic Theater and Music Directors. The Fine and Performing Arts Center ( FPAC ) at Moraine Valley Community College is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. The center presents world-class award-winning artists and prides itself as a showcase for performing and visual arts a center for academic preparation and a resource for all who love the arts. The Technical Production Assistant is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (others may be assigned): Supervise and assist the setup operation and technical requirements for the following by not limited to: Academic music rehearsals performances recitals and juries; Academic theater rehearsals performances acting finals and attend theater department production meetings. Assist with technical advancements and logistical details for Academic Theater and Music performances.. Manage build and assemble scenic elements for each academic theater production; transport load-in and strike scenic elements into and out of the performance spaces; assist Technical Director with rigging any hung elements to safety standards and the installation and focus of lighting/sound/video elements as needed. Supervise plan schedule and train technical shop crew on academic theater set construction load-in/out and shop safety guidelines and procedures. Academic Theater has four performances annually: one fall musical two spring plays and one summer outdoor Shakespeare production. Assist Technical Director as an on-site shop supervisor to ensure safe operating procedures in the scene shop and performance spaces in accordance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies protocols. Assist with scheduling daily work assignments to all shop personnel as needed. Conduct and maintain inventory of shop supplies and power tools on monthly basis and inform Technical Director of supplies that are needed. Maintain and organize backstage storage areas upkeep of spaces and equipment and oversee the maintenance and repair of technical equipment. Communicate with Liberal Arts Office and Academic Theater department on budget for each theater production. Assist Technical Director on supervising and training shop crew on set construction production crew load-in/out of academic music events etc. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability addition to the above the following qualifications are sought: Possess a background in theater as evidenced by course work and/or related experience. 2 years experience in set construction in a producing theatrical venue or scenic studio. Basic understanding theatrical lighting and electrical; sound set up and can read a stage plot; theater rigging and music concerts. Good organizational skills. Ability to be current/knowledgeable with software programs used in the field. Willingness to adapt to a flexible work schedule including nights and weekends While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand walk sit reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is often required to stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must be able and willing to lift heavy objects up to 75 pounds and work on a lift or ladder up to 25 feet high. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Working conditions include all types of environments including working with chemicals.
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