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Wesleyan University · 3 months ago

Temporary Assistant Technical Director - Sound and Video (Theater/Dance)

Middletown, CT (Main Campus)

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$26/hr - $27/hr

5+ years exp

Wesleyan University is known for its global and experimental perspective on the arts, providing a cultural center for the campus and local community. The Temporary Assistant Technical Director - Sound and Video (Theater/Dance) will support audio and video system design, engineering, and execution of performances in theater and dance-focused venues.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Designs, engineers, rigs, operates and strikes audio and video setups for the CFA Theater and other venues supported by Arts Production as needed, including full system creation to serve specific productions

Planning and implementing rigging systems for a variety of sound and video setups

Provides technical and audio engineering support for theater and dance events occurring in CFA music venues as needed

Offers audio, projection, and other technical support and consultation to student theater and dance projects (curricular and non-curricular), producing work in Ring Family Performing Arts Hall, the ‘92 Theater, FAB, and other venues as needed

Provides sound engineering support and implementation for Theater and Dance Department productions in collaboration with professional and student sound designers

Provides performing arts technical support in non-AV fields, such as electrics and scenic, where needed

Monitor or run shows in key roles such as sound board or video operator as needed

Attending Arts Production staff and production meetings

Work as a technician in other Wesleyan performing arts spaces as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Audio engineeringTheatrical riggingDANTE audio systemsQLab softwareIsadora softwareGoogle AppsMicrosoft OfficeDiverse environment commitmentPhysical staminaCommunicationTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience in audio engineering and other implementations of AV in an arts context including rigging experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience

Demonstrated expertise in conceptualizing, implementing, and running multimedia in a production setting

Proficiency in theatrical rigging, including demonstrated experience in using dead hung, counterweight, and motorized equipment and techniques

Demonstrated expertise in DANTE audio systems, QLab software, and Isadora software

Ability to work nights and weekends as needed, mainly during tech and performance weeks

Proficiency in Google Apps, and Microsoft Office suite

Demonstrated experience in working independently and as part of a team

Willingness to work as a theatrical technician in multiple specialties when needed

Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and work collegially with individuals of different backgrounds

Strong Communication skills

Experience working at heights on ladders and lifts and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation

Preferred

Experience working with students and entry-level theatrical technicians

Familiarity with various arts disciplines outside of theater, such as dance, devised performance and/or site-specific work

Experience with supporting or executing live video capture of performance

ETCP Rigging Certification

Familiarity with hanging lights and electrics

Sustainable & ecological scenographic practices

Benefits

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Wellness programs and incentives

Generous paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify

Company

Wesleyan University

Wesleyan University is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand.

Founded in 1831

Middletown, Connecticut, USA

501-1000 employees

http://wesleyan.edu

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