Stage Production Technician

Location : Main Campus - Homewood, AL

Job Type : Staff Part Time

Job Number : FY2500297

Division : Enrollment Management for Staff

Department : STA-Wright Center Operations

Opening Date : 08 / 26 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

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Description

The Samford University Performance Management Team oversees the operation of the University's performance venues - The Wright Center, Brock Recital Hall, Reid Chapel, and others as needed. This position assists in the production of concerts, lectures, musicals, dance shows, plays, etc. Applicants are expected to have experience in one or more of the following areas of technical production - audio, lighting, video, stage management, and / or rigging. The job responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, running audio, leading light hang and focus, managing load-ins / outs, installing and running multimedia equipment, connecting computers, managing rehearsals and performances, etc. Due to the nature of the live-events industry, the work hours will be irregular and scheduled as needed.

Job Duties

Stage Manager

• Overall duties will include stage management, ensuring smooth and efficient rehearsals and execution of performances, including calling shows.
• Assists in the coordination and direction of the work of technical crew, set-up and strike and work assignments.
• Acts as a liaison between the various crews involved in backstage production.
• Coordinates, oversees, and / or directs the set-up of stages.
• During the rehearsal process, records all of the blocking, lighting cues, prop usage, costume changes, and entrances of the performers.
• Communicates with the front-of-house manager regarding house open, show start and resumption of show after intermission.
• Oversees the space to accommodate clients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Audio

Lighting

Video / Audiovisual

Flyman / Rigger

Qualifications

Operational characteristics, techniques, principles, and practices used in stage production sound, lighting, video, rigging, management, and / or equipment and tools.

Follow established backstage health, safety, and operational practices and procedures.

Walk, sit, or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

Certain limited benefits are available for part time employees including the ability to participate in Samford's 403(b) plan with your own earnings (employer contributions are not available for this classification); free tickets to certain performances and / or sports events; bookstore discount and more.

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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

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Do you have at least 2 year of related experience for this position?

Required Question