Primary Light Board Operator / Swing Light Board Operator
Primary Light Board Operator / Swing Light Board Operator - Part Time
REPORTS TO: Lighting Supervisor
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB FUNCTION:
The Light Board Operator Position for Hale Centre Theatre will provide assistance in the daily show operations as well as operate the lighting console for assigned shows. The purpose of the position is to help maintain the show consistency from opening night to closing night. Skills needed to perform well in this position include (but are not limited to) basic electrical wiring, experience with DMX, Wireless, LED decoders, and other lighting control systems. Knowledge and programming skills of ETC Eos family lighting consoles, ability to read a light plot and hang a rig accordingly. Troubleshooting skills of console, fixture malfunction and any custom show equipment. Ability to stay calm under pressure. Great communication skills with a strong attention to detail for relaying show notes. Ability to work nights and weekends.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
Run light board for shows daily as assigned
Proficiency with ETC Eos family lighting consoles, systems & networking
Complete Pre Show, Half Hour & Post Show duties as assigned
Excellent communication and collaboration skills - including attention to detail when relaying show or tech notes
Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting skills for a variety of lighting equipment, fixtures and show specific elements
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Maintaining & creating spot paperwork
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of organization and time management
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Flexibility to adapt to changing production needs and schedules including show run, tech & changeovers
Assist in show prep for current & future shows as assigned including experience in wiring various types of lighting equipment
Able to read standard lighting draftings, Lightwright information & all show related documents
Participate in Lighting Hang, Focus, Changeovers & Strikes
Willingness to learn and innovate with our ever changing state of the art technology
Comfortable working with various LED tape, neon, and custom show specific equipment
Good understanding of DMX, wireless equipment, LED decoders, and lighting control systems
Other duties as assigned
WORKS CLOSELY WITH:
Head of Lighting & Video
Lighting Supervisor
Assistant Lighting Supervisors
Lighting Programmers
Lighting Maintenance Technicians / Show Prep Technicians
Electricians, Board Operators, Spot Operators
Video Supervisor & Video Team
All Show Crew - Stage Management, Deck Crew, Automation, etc.
Technical Supervisor
Production designers i.e.: Projection, Lighting, Scenic & Sound Designers
Compensation & Commitment to Diversity
Hale Centre Theatre is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Hourly compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.