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University of Notre Dame · 1 day ago

Lead Performing Arts Technician

Notre Dame, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$50K/yr - $60K/yr

1+ years exp

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a highly skilled and customer-focused Lead Performing Arts Technician to join its Technical Services team. This role is instrumental in ensuring the flawless execution of approximately 90 performances and special events annually across the Center’s diverse venues, requiring both technical proficiency and strong collaboration with stakeholders.

EducationHigher EducationService Industry

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Lighting Supervisor and/or Lighting Designer for performances, as well as oversee the Center's architectural lighting systems

Serve alternately as the Stage Manager, Rigger, and/or Audio Engineer for performances and special events on a day-to-day basis

Ensure thorough technical preparation before and organized clean-up after all events to guarantee seamless transitions

Implement scheduled and necessary maintenance of technical systems, proactively suggest and implement technical improvements, and contribute to department-wide safety and efficiency by writing work instructions that codify agreed-upon and safe house practices for all theatrical equipment

Collaborate effectively and professionally with a diverse array of internal departments, visiting artists, and campus partners to support a thriving performing arts center

Provide exceptional technical service, working closely with external clients (visiting artists and local groups) to facilitate the successful and safe presentation of live events

Hire, manage, train, schedule, and supervise a team of 7–13 student stagehands during the academic year (and 2 in the summer), including training and fostering a positive and safe working environment

Work collaboratively with other Technical Services team members on the successful presentation of all live events and system upkeep

Qualification

Theatrical Lighting ExpertiseStage ManagementAudio EngineeringETC Eos/Ion ConsoleBasic Projection ExperienceCommunication SkillsTeamworkMentorship

Required

Education: BA or BFA

Experience: 1 to 2 years of professional experience in technical theatre

Skills: Trained in specialized technical theatre practices and systems, including stage management, lighting design and practice, rudimentary audio, and rigging

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

ETC Eos/Ion console proficiency

Basic projection experience

Stage management experience

Company

University of Notre Dame

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The University of Notre Dame is the premiere Catholic research university in the United States.

Founded in 1921

Notre Dame, Indiana, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://mendoza.nd.edu

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