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Event Technician

Employer
Bowie State University
Location
Maryland, United States
Salary
$33,772.00 - $43,722.00
Date posted
Aug 24, 2021

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Arts, Music, Performing Arts
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time

Event Technician

Personnel Status: PIN/ Nonexempt
Department: Fine and Performing Arts
Open Date: August 20, 2021
Closing Date: September 20, 2021

Responsibilities: Supports the activities and events in the Fine and Performing Arts Center (FPAC) and the Department of Fine and Performing Arts (DFPA). Reports to and works primarily with the Technical Director and to the DFPA Chairperson and other FPAC staff to ensure successful execution of sponsored, academic and departmental events primarily but not limited to concerts, recitals, musical and theatrical performances, conferences, screenings, panels, workshops, exhibitions, presentations and lectures and related campus events and activities in the FPAC. 
 
Works with DFPA Chairperson, DFPA faculty/staff and BSU Auxiliary Services/Event and Conferences Services as well as BSU-wide campus and community groups to coordinate and determine needs for successful execution of their events held in the Fine and Performing Arts Center (FPAC). 
 
Coordinates with DFPA Chairperson and Technical Director with maintaining an approved and consistent work schedule (physical and virtual) as well as availability for events. Works with the Technical Director, DFPA Chairperson and Event and Conferences Services to determine sound, lighting, and labor needs for supported events and performs any necessary pre-event support and post-show strike for events in FPAC. Supervises student or support event crew (as necessary) in FPAC spaces and in consultation with the Technical Director, DFPA Chairperson, DFPA Faculty and BSU Auxiliary Services/Event and Conferences Services. 
 
Is present on-site for the support and the successful execution of events, activities, performances, presentations and acts as a crew member or technician for these events including troubleshooting and support of audio-visual presentations, performances, lectures; and virtual events supporting any technical needs as requested by the Technical Director and DFPA Chairperson. 
 
Coordinates and works with the DFPA Chairperson, DFPA Faculty, Staff and Administration, Technical Director and BSU Conference Services for the support of scheduled and approved events, performances and activities in the FPAC both physical (in-person) and/or virtual (as necessary). Ensures all events adhere to safety guidelines, COVID-19 guidelines (social distancing, PPE, etc.), fire codes and helps to support equipment in the performance spaces of the FPAC. 
 
Remains abreast of training, research of technology, equipment, virtual/streaming as needed to support events related to DFPA and FPAC.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required.  Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in theatrical, musical, live production, performance; theatre arts, events or related field.  Minimum two (2) years of professional experience and training in live, theatrical, musical and performance and/or corporate events and support required.  Experience reading and fulfilling technical riders for events; troubleshooting sound, video, and lighting systems during events; working as a crew chief preferred; working with Aviom, Strand, and Yamaha LS-9 preferred.  Knowledge of event management systems such as Ad-Astra and others. Event planning experience is desirable. Knowledge of Qlab, PowerPoint and other projection, performance and presentation software. Experience in virtual and live streaming of performances, presentations and events is desirable.  Advanced knowledge of lighting, sound, audio-visual equipment, presentations, technology and software for a variety of live, theatrical, musical and performance genres; digital sound boards and systems; Knowledge of stage lighting hang and focus, lighting systems; mics, stands, supports, video/image projection systems; screens, display monitors and counterweight rigging systems. Ability to work with height and challenging environments. Theatre stage spaces, including fly loft, catwalks, loading galleries, grid, storage spaces, and office areas. Schedule has variable hours, including evenings and weekends. Must be courteous and collaborative.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Highly physical work, including frequent lifting (up to 25-50 pounds), construction, reaching, bending and twisting. Ability to work with height and challenging environments. Theatre stage spaces, including fly loft, catwalks, loading galleries, grid, storage spaces, and office areas.

SALARY:  $33,772 - $43,722                                                                      Grade:  7

APPLICATION: Interested and qualified applicants should go to https://bowiestate.peopleadmin.com/ to apply online. Paper application submissions will not be considered.

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Bowie State University
14000 Jericho Park Road
Bowie, MD  20715

Bowie State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. Please contact the University’s EEO Officer at 301-860-3442.

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