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The Entertainment Technician will be responsible for ensuring smooth technical operations of audio and production elements of UnCommon Stage for the season. The Entertainment Technician will be responsible for daily oversight of the technical equipment for The Emerson unCommon Stage, an outside performance venue which will feature multiple daily performances ranging from live music, poetry, dance, comedy, and other forms of live entertainment. The Entertainment Technician will be responsible for supporting technical aspects of events and performances and ensuring smooth technical operations during their shifts.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Work directly with artists and performers of the unCommon Stage to set up and support their technical needs during performances.
- Support the daily equipment setup and operation of audio and production systems for UCS programming and ensure seamless transitions between scheduled programs,
- Set up and operate a small, reinforcement based sound system/ production elements during live events as needed.
- Assist with artist load in, setup, and load out equipment as needed
- Ensure the smooth operation of shows and events in the venue with a focus on safety and production values.
- Communicate clear and accurate information to all parties to ensure successful events
- Ensure that venue operations comply with all city guidelines including SPL limits
- Execute efficient changeovers between events
- Set up and operate technical equipment based on paperwork provided by the production supervisor.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with the house or (in some cases) artist provided equipment.
- Populate and send shift/daily reports to provide the Production Supervisor with information about operations on any given day, technical issues that need to be addressed, and pertinent performer information for future reference/engagements.
QUALIFICATIONS – Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to
effectively perform job.
- Experience with small scale digital mixers and mixing on a tablet.
- Experience engaging outside theatrical/live event vendors.
- Outdoor festival/live venue technical supervisory experience
- Experience advancing and coordinating small outside events and performances.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
- Ability to manage and work with diverse teams
- Ability to recognize the opportunities and limitations of the venue entertainment systems
- Ability to be organized and produce clear and thorough documentation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience setting up and operating sound systems.
- Experience mixing live events and concerts of various sizes.
- An understanding of signal flow.
- Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance and repair work.
- Ability to ensure a safe, clear and welcoming environment.
- Ability to work outside and stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to work some nights and weekends.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES – Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Requires ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs
- Requires ability to sit/stand for long periods of time
- Requires working in difficult physical positions
- Requires travel less than 25% of the time
WORK ENVIRONMENT – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the
performance of the functions of this job.
- Outdoor venue with variable conditions
In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.
