SEEKING YOUNG GUN HEAD ELECTRICIAN...

TheaterWorksUSA is seeking a qualified Head Electrician for its upcoming 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.

Touring Dates: December 27, 2024 – May 19, 2025

End of Contract: May 25, 2025

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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 be comfortable operating independently.

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. Driver’s License (any state), must not expire before June 8. 2025
• 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask
• Ability to maintain poise and control under pressure
• Experience with running an automated lighting rig during performances
• 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
• Ensure compliance 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
• Participate in driving in company-provided passenger vehicle to each tour stop
• Work with Stage Management team, Head Audio, and the main office to manage the touring company as a team and foster a cohesive community on the road
• Monitor labor usage and spending to ensure compliance 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 jstahl@twusa.org with the subject line “DM Head E” followed by your name
• Please feel free to include any supplementary materials such as a website 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 from communities that have been historically underrepresented in theater for young audiences to apply.

TheaterWorksUSA is committed 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 our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. TheaterWorksUSA makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. TheaterWorksUSA complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions, please contact jobs@twusa.org or call 212.647.1100.