Touring Head Electrician Position Available In New York, New York

TOURING HEAD ELECTRICIAN

CATEGORY:

TECHNICAL

TheaterWorksUSA
New York, NY
US
CONTACT NAME
Jacob Stahl

JOB DETAILS

DESCRIPTION

POSITION:

Head Electrician

SHOW:

Dog Man The Musical

TIMELINE

(dates are subject to change)

Pre-Production:

September 16, 2025

• September 17, 2025

Tech:

September 19, 2025

• September 23, 2025

Touring Dates:

September 25, 2024

• June 14, 2026

End of Contract:

June 14, 2026

CONTRACT & BENEFITS:

This production operates on the IATSE Basic Independent Agreement

MINIMUM SALARY

IATSE Basic minimum; $977.00/week
TheaterWorksUSA is seeking a qualified Head Electrician for its uing touring production of Dog Man The Musical. The production will travel around the United States and Canada performing at various theaters and concert venues. This position will require a skilled manager who can supervise varying and diverse local crews to ensure that all technical elements are executed safely and efficiently.
This position reports to the NY-Based TheaterWorksUSA Technical Director who is not travelling with the production; an ideal candidate will have strong self-accountability and should befortable operating independently.

THIS IS A TOURING POSITION THAT TRAVELS ACROSS THE U.S

• CANADA BORDER.

THE HEAD ELECTRICIAN MUST HOLD A VALID U.S. PASSPORT WHICH

MUST

BE VALID THROUGH JUNE 14, 2025!

!!
A successful candidate will have the following:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a manager, head position, or supervisor in a theatrical capacity

REQUIRED

Valid U.S. Passport, must not expire before June 14, 2025

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License (any state), must not expire before June 14,2026
• Comfortability with analyzing and understanding technical drawings and draftings
• Ability to program automated lighting fixtures using an ETC console
• Familiarity with theatrical lighting equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, etc.
• Excellentmunication and interpersonal skills
• Stronganizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to maintain poise and control under pressure
• Experience with running an automated lighting rig during performances
• Thorough knowledge of theatrical fly and rigging systems
• Experience with safe loading practices of a box truck
• Ability to lift up-to 50 lbs.
• Comfortability with ladders and motorized personnel lifts up-to 25′ above ground level

Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations:

• Oversee and lead lighting rig load-in and load-out at each venue
• Ensurepliance with TheaterWorksUSA safety policies and venue-specific policies
• Maintain lighting design integrity at each performance across multiple venues
• Work alongside the Production Stage Manager to advance the technical and production elements of the production prior to arrival
• Take and implement creative and technical notes during rehearsals and performances
• Participate in production and management meetings, both during pre-production and after opening
• Work with Stage Management team, Head Carp/Audio, and the main office to manage the touringpany as a team and foster a cohesivemunity on the road
• Monitor labor usage and spending to ensurepliance with budget restrictions
  TheaterWorksUSA has a zero-tolerance policy for substance abuse while working; any employees displaying any signs of drinking, intoxication, or other substance abuse during work hours will be terminated immediately

Application Instructions:

• Please submit a resume as a PDF with references to jstahltwusa with the subject line “Dog Man Head Electrician” followed by your name
• Please feel free to include any supplementary materials such as a or portfolio of work if you would like to
• TheaterWorksUSA serves a diverse, nationwide audience and we strive to build a staff, board, and programming that reflects the diversity of that audience.

We strongly encourage candidates frommunities that have been historically underrepresented in theater for young audiences to .
TheaterWorksUSA ismitted to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employee. TheaterWorksUSA will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender (including gender-identity), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, marital status, partnership status, citizenship status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, victims of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, and previous conviction of criminal offenses, unless directly related to employment or would involve an unreasonable risk to property or to the safety or welfare of specific individuals or the general public; any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
This policy applies to all employment practices within ouranization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence,pensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. TheaterWorksUSA makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. TheaterWorksUSAplies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable amodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable amodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions, please contact hrtwusa or call 212.647.1100.

DURATION

Sep 16, 2025

• Jun 14, 2026
  SALARY
  $977.00
• $977.00 per week
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