Carnegie Mellon University Keyword Location Search view all jobs Lighting Technician - School of Drama - College of Fine Arts Pittsburgh, PA Posted yesterday Apply Now Carnegie Mellon University's School of Drama is seeking applicants for a full-time, fixed-term Lighting Technician . The position will begin in late August 2024, and end 31 May 2025 . This is a dynamic opportunity for someone who thrives in a creative and fast-paced work environment. This person will contribute to the department by providing essential support for physical production and events as well as helping to maintain lighting equipment and infrastructure.

Core responsibilities will include:

Engineering theatrical lighting plots to prepare for installation in a theater Supervising the installation of theatrical lighting plots in a theater Mentoring students in the process of installing theatrical lighting plots in a theater Engineering and construction of practical electrical devices for use in theatrical production Maintaining entertainment lighting equipment and facilities Other duties as assigned Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the School of Drama. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work. The work of a Lighting Technician often involves a need to work at heights greater than 30', use of a ladder or personnel lift, the lifting and/or carrying of awkward and/or heavy objects and the manipulation of hand tools and equipment in small or confined spaces for short periods of time. While the ability to perform these tasks is not necessary to fulfill the primary goal of this position, if these scenarios present themselves the Lighting Technician will need to be able to find alternative means of completing the tasks involved.

Qualifications:

Two years' experience as a lighting technician in the entertainment industry Experience as head lighting technician on at least three theatrical productions Knowledge of and experience in maintaining entertainment lighting equipment, including automated lighting fixtures Experience with electrical wiring and soldering techniques Experience programming theatrical lighting control consoles (ETC Eos Family preferred) A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

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