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College of Arts & Sciences
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Full On Campus Presence
SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment DivisionThis position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division. That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.
Summary:
The Technical Operations Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and implementing construction plans for all technological and logistical aspects of productions for all sets for the performing arts season. Ensures high quality production standards, safety and proper procedures are followed. Trains students in the areas of stage carpentry, stage electrics, painting, properties. Trains and maintains safety in all categories, to ensure students are competent in tasks associates with carrying out productions. Works closely and helps support the instructor for Theatre Practicum, Stage Management, Introduction to Stagecraft, and related independent studies. This position requires excellent communication skills and teamwork under the guidance of the Technical Operations Manager. This position works in close collaboration on production efforts with guest scenic, lighting, property, and sound designers, student stage managers, crew heads, a master carpenter (as available), a master electrician, a properties master (as available), light and sound board operators, scenic carpenters, paint crews, running crews and cast volunteers.
Essential Functions:
Create and execute build schedules for each DPA production. Assist in the creation of technical rehearsal schedules (for dry tech, cue to cue, dress rehearsals, previews, openings, etc.) for each production to ensure that all technical elements are consistently well organized and set up; organize, hire, and supervise a student work force to perform construction plans and build all sets for productions. Oversee purchase, repair, and maintenance of all tools and equipment for scene shop, stage, and production office; make recommendations about facility and equipment needs to the Technical Operations Manager.
Assist in the planning and organization of productions. Prepares estimates of building materials and labor with budget oversight of ordering materials and related scene shop supplies, construction of scenery. Troubleshoot and oversee issues during technical rehearsals, to ensure technical aspects of all productions are efficiently carried out. Provide training and supervision for all construction. Ensure compliance with university standards with regard to safety, security, and liability.
Assist in reviewing all plans from scenic designers. Assist in the coordination, engineering, drafting, and implementing of construction plans for all technical & logistical aspects of scenery for the performing arts season.
Provide supervision of students enrolled in courses taught by full time faculty members, including Principles of Production I and II, Stage Management Practicum, Independent Study courses, related aspects of scenery, lighting, and properties courses to provide students with a safe clean learning environment.
Support facility rentals in concert with the Technical Operations Manager throughout the academic year and summer season. Provide consultation on implementation of any technical necessities for outside clients. Work toward minimizing expenses in order to maximize income potential.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Indirectly oversees student technical staff and works closely with over-hire professional workers.
Competencies:
Serving Customers.
Prioritizing and Organizing.
Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
Supporting Coworkers.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Full-Time.
35 hours per week.
Evenings and weekends are required pending event profile and staffing schedules.
This is a union-eligible position.
Salary Range:
$58,000 - $63,700 annually.
Required Education and Experience:
BFA in technical theatre or equivalent in training.
2 - 4 years of professional experience.
Advanced knowledge in all areas of theatrical design, special event production, stage technology, and safety training is required.
Physical ability to perform strenuous physical work such as climbing, working with heavy electrical equipment.
CAD, personnel management, budget, and strong scenic carpentry skills.
First Aid and CPR certification are required.
Preferred Education and Experience:
4 years of professional experience.
Rigging experience preferred.
Well-developed written, verbal, organizational, time management, and interpersonal communication skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is desired.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively with diverse constituencies across administrative lines is essential.
Demonstrated event planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills with ability to work in a highly collaborative environment are essential.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.
Other Details
Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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