Technical Associate

Title: Technical Associate

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisor: Technical Director

Part-Time

Job Summary

The Technical Associate/Event Technician will operate the projection and cinema systems for regularly scheduled screenings and assist in the technical needs and logistics of events and usage of the various spaces within The United Theatre.

The Cinema and Event Technician works under the general supervision of the Technical Director and supports others in the organization.

Responsibilities

• Operation of projectors and cinema servers for film screenings
• Operation and setup of sound and audio equipment throughout the property
• Operation and setup of lighting and electrical systems throughout the facility
• Assist with all load-ins, lighting hangs, sound or projection installation, and riser, staging, and seating setup when required
• Assist with Front of house duties and programs for foh sales and set ups
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• Professional demeanor and proven ability to communicate effectively
• Superior organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to meticulously manage details
• Experience serving as a stagehand or technician for live events or screenings
• Knowledge of and adherence to safety standards and best practices
• Ability to learn and easily adapt to new systems
• Creative thinker with a thorough understanding of the integration between sound, video, and lighting systems and an eye for quality
• A commitment to The United’s non-profit mission; experience in the non-profit or arts sector a plus

About The United Theatre

The mission of The United Theatre, to unite the community through the arts, focuses on presenting arts and cultural programming that not only showcases phenomenal artistry from our region and beyond, but will also provide vital arts educational opportunities for youth and adults. Once open we will serve as a hub for creative activity in the region and will build a community of creative thinkers, leaders and lifelong learners.The United features a 500 seat flexible-use performing arts theatre with excellent natural acoustics that will be used for live music, theatre, opera, dance, and film, a smaller, 90-seat dedicated cinema space, a micro-cinema, a multi-purpose events space, a fine art gallery, studios for teaching and producing film and video, group rehearsal spaces for theatre education workshops and classes, as well as a community music school.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $34,670.97 - $41,754.28 per year

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Westerly, RI 02891: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person