Theater Technician- Part Time- Dance (Theatre Productions)- Art

Job Title:Theater Technician- Part Time- Dance (Theatre Productions)- ART
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 244771
About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia¿s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university¿s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Assists in the execution and management of events and/or performances within the assigned department, unit and/or division.

Responsibilities

1. Assists the department leaders and staff with technical and production needs of events and/or performances in the assigned location

2. Oversees various areas of production, depending on the needs of the event, under the direction of the manager

3. Helps ensure that performers, designers, and crewmembers work safely in the venue

4. Runs shows and operates equipment in a manner that leads to client and artist success

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalentMinimum Experience Requirements:Three (3) years of experience in theater and/or dance production or similar fieldPreferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Theater Production or similar field preferred Work experience in a production environment of the department specialty (i.e., Dance Theater, Museums, Theater production

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Theater Production or similar field preferred

Work experience in a production environment of the department specialty (i.e., Dance Theater, Museums, Theater production)

Proposed Salary

The budget for this position is $20.00.

Offers will be based on candidate experience and budget availability.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to work safely around electricity, around theatrical rigging, with personnel lifts, on ladders, and/or a catwalk
Able to work with or around students
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of production processes, equipment, and set-up related to assigned location and/or department
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, and project management skills
Stage management and calling cues
Backstage management and show run crew
Load-in and strike of lighting, audio, and staging equipment
Management of moving scenery and props
Management of costumes and basic wardrobe repair and cleaning
Lighting hang and focus, lighting console operation and basic programming (ETC Ion)
Audio cueing, playback, and console operation (i.e., QLab, CL3)
Setting up audio equipment (wireless mics, speakers)
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu, or by making a report here.Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
No, this position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel

Background Check

• Standard Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf