Lighting and Technology Manager

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Lighting and Technology Manager (part-time, 28 hours/week)

The Lighting and Technology Manager provides operational and management support for the Department of Dance performance and touring program locally, nationally, and internationally.  This position provides specialization in stage lighting, technical production, and stage operations for assigned department performances and tours.  The Lighting and Technology Manager is involved with rehearsals, performances and special presentations across campus and in offsite venues both in the United States and around the world.  In addition, this employee assists with student learning by mentoring stage crew activity and ensuring efficient backstage operations.

What you’ll do in this position:

Lighting & Technical Operations

• Design stage lighting for assigned Department of Dance performances
• Program cues and operate lighting systems
• Coordinate lighting, audio, and video needs with the CFAC production team
• Assist with load-in, load-out, and operation of stage equipment for Department of Dance performances in campus venues
• Support audio, video, and stage operations as needed throughout the rehearsal and run of each production and event 
• Mentor student employees in basic stage technical systems, setup, and operation

Production Development

• Work collaboratively with production personnel to bring to life the artistic vision of directors and choreographers
• Participate in production meetings communicating ideas and providing solutions
• Collaborate with the production team through the development process to solve problems, improve products, and facilitate changes
• Advise the creative team and production management to maximize available resources
• Update and maintain archival notes, photos, and designs for all productions 

Stage Operations

• Serve as Stage Manager for select campus and touring productions, providing leadership during rehearsals and performances
• Proactively address technical or operational issues and report concerns to the production team.
• Coordinate backstage crew assignments and help crew members understand their responsibilities.
• Monitor backstage and performance-area safety

Touring & Logistics Management

• Support touring productions in leadership roles including Stage Manager, Lighting Supervisor, and/or Technical Director as assigned
• Manage department tour inventory, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain tour ready systems
• Assist with preparation and management of international touring documentation, including customs documents and carnets
• Assist with the organization, tracking, and transport of touring equipment, including development of packing lists and labeling systems
• Train and supervise student stage managers and stage crews in touring expectations, equipment setup, and operations

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• 3 - 5 years stage and theatre production experience
• Familiarity with theatrical lighting, sound, video, scenic, props, costumes, and backstage operations
• Ability to design and implement artistic lighting designs
• Familiarity with ETC Eos lighting consoles
• Knowledge of PC and/or MAC computer operating systems and software
• Professional and collaborative approach to communicating with directors, guest artists, staff, customers and external partners.
• Ability to take on tasks without direct supervision and to delegate tasks for completion of projects
• Proven fiscal responsibility, with the ability to manage work and resources within established budgetary parameters.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with a track record of taking initiative and resolving issues proactively.
• Ability to work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with frequent distractions.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs; with frequent standing, bending. and stooping
• Ability to drive university vehicles (box truck, cargo vans, etc.)
• Valid Utah driver’s license or other state equivalent

Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree and 3+ years stage and theatre production experience with an emphasis in stage lighting and/or another area of specialization (sound, video, stage management, etc.)
• Experience with ETC Eos lighting systems and networks

• Experience with video projectors and projection systems

• Experience with sound systems and equipment

• Experience with AutoCAD or Vectorworks

• Experience with QLab programming and operation

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years
• Access to the library
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 51

Typical Starting Pay: $28.50  to $37.25 an hour

**If the job has a post-end date, the last day to apply is the day before. If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day**