Under the supervision of the Director of the Cole Auditorium, the Technical Assistant will provide assistance in operations of the stage and other areas of the facility. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
In coordination with the Assistant Director/Technical Coordinator, the Assistant will supervise, set-up, aid with run of show, and strike of events held in the facility, as well as schedule, train, supervise, and work with technical stage crew (part-time, as needed crew).
Act as Manager on Duty as needed in the absence of the Assistant Directors and Director; manning box office, ensuring front of house is running safely and effectively, and customer needs are met.
Demonstrate and supervise the safe and proper handling of all production components. Assist with stage rigging, fly system (counter-weight fly system), trusses, curtains, and suspended equipment, following all safety standards.
Able to fill the role of any position on the technical stage crew or facility support staff, to include operation of spotlights, stage management communication system, audio console, and lighting console. Aid positions in load-out and pre- and post-event restorations.
Design and coordinate lighting and sound designs as needed.
Read blue line prints of the facility and of light, sound, and staging production drawings and technical riders.
Run annual and rehearsed shows as stage manager, acting as chief supervisor for technical stage crew when needed.
Maintain stage and all preparatory areas for highest safety, operational, and presentational functions. Assist in inspecting, maintaining production equipment and building systems and make simple repairs.
Maintain private areas of the building for highest level of safety and security, ensuring compliance with all college policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulations, and industry standards.
Other duties as assigned.
