Theater Production Specialist 2 - 132168

• This position is open until filled. First Review Date: 09/26/24.

Consistently ranked among the top graduate theatre training programs in the country, UC San Diego's Department of Theatre & Dance offers undergraduate degrees, MFA degrees in Acting, Dance, Directing, Design (Costume, Lighting, Scenic, Sound), Stage Management, and Playwriting, and a PhD in Theatre and Drama. The Theatre & Dance department also shares a close relationship with the Tony Award winning La Jolla Playhouse, where MFA candidates are provided professional residencies.

Under supervision, assist in the technical event management of the Department of Theatre and Dance facilities producing 15 events annually. Perform full duties for various recurring instructional and public events including set-up, operation, and strike of productions. Responsible for technical supervision, production and event logistics for 15 recurring events annually.

Duties also include assisting or facilitating the maintenance and repair of production equipment at the Mandell Weiss Shops and the Department of Theatre and Dance facilities. Assist with all produced events as needed, including work calls, set-up and strike. Responsible for audience and crew safety related to personal injury prevention and adherence to fire regulations.

• Must work a varying schedule. Programming in the facility necessitates a different work schedule each week including evenings and weekends.

• Mastery level knowledge of technical aspects of at least one production area such as lighting, sound, video, costumes, hair / make-up, properties, scenery, scenic treatment, etc. Good working knowledge of the University and collective bargaining policies, practices, rules, regulations, etc., including safety rules and regulations.

• Strong ability to direct technical aspects of an event in a timely manner as described by students, faculty, or staff, often with competing deadlines under pressure of public performance.

• Strong knowledge of theatrical safety and security requirements to ensure audience and staff safety in the building.

• Good working knowledge / skills in basic financial administration.

• Professional knowledge of systems and equipment used to stage public events including lighting, audio, and projection systems.

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills to communicate complex instructions and information to disparate constituencies.

• Good problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills.

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly formulate ideas when talking to event presenters, stage crew, and members of the public.

• Strong ability to provide close supervision to stage crew working in various theatrical disciplines.

• Ability to set-up, use, and maintain a theatrical equipment repair work area, including basic use and maintenance of tools, test gear, etc.

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

• Background check required.

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