Theatrical Lighting Designer

Job Vacancy Announcement

Position Information

Position Title

Theatrical Lighting Designer

Position Type

Administrative

Department

AUXILIARY SRVS AND EVENT MGMT

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Grade

11

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

$51,851-$57,036/Annually

Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

Theatrical Lighting Designer (Master Electrician) – reporting to the Center for Performing Arts Operations Manager, is responsible for safe operation practices in the electrics shop, and primary crew chief during the hang, focus, repair, and programming of lighting for academic programming and external live events held at the CPA . Additionally, also supervises all electrics event operations, as well as being the supervisor of all programming of electrics. He/she will assist faculty and students in the electrics shop and other theatrical lighting-related tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A minimum of 5 years (or 2 years with an AA or above) of experience working in a professional theatrical or event-based environment.
2. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more.
3. Must have the availability to work a flexed schedule, including occasional shifts over 8 hours, evenings, and weekends, when dictated by live events schedule.
4. Must be comfortable with working from high elevations.
   
   

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Acts as the main supervisor of over crew and academic students, ensuring best safety practices and operation during all lighting hang, focus, fixture repair, and event lighting programming in centers, classrooms, electrics shop, and multiple theatres (Grand Theatre, Proscenium Theatre, and Black Box Theatre)
• Transpose touring lighting plots and designs / create in-house light plots in Vectorworks for live events, permanent classroom installations, and theatre house repertory plots, additionally creating updates to house repertory plots and general multi-use stage setups, as needed.
• Oversees all lighting inventory, generates lists (venue specific and center accumulated), logs unit-specific maintenance requests, and updates master inventory list with new equipment purchases.
• Coordinates with external Lighting Designers, Artistic Directors, and other event-related personnel on determining lighting needs for each live event, and is the main technician responsible for Hanging, Focusing, and Programming lighting equipment as required by various events.
• Generates specific report paperwork (Instrument schedules, circuit hookups, cable plans, etc.) for all lighting installs for over hire and academic student crew.
• Assess and recommends electrics crew numbers and crew positions for all events, installations, strikes, and house repertory plot restores.
• Generates floor plans and 3D visualizations of live event floor plans for internal personnel and client reference.
• Assess and conduct/coordinate in-house or external maintenance of center lighting equipment, including lighting networking, lighting fixtures, DMX peripherals, and lighting consoles.
• Assess lighting power needs and acquires and installs 3 phase power distribution systems, if dictated by live event.
• Advises area-specific improvements needed and recommends purchases when necessary.
• Performs tasks as assigned by the Operations Manager.
• Provide additional support to other back-of-house operations team members (audio, video, staging, etc.) as necessary.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees, students, and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls.
2. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of entertainment technology equipment as well as computers, printers/plotters, and general office equipment. Significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
   
   

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be able to work Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
2. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
3. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
4. A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

PGCC180511/12

Open Date

05/25/2022

Close Date

06/08/2022

Open Until Filled

No

Background Check Statement

Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Prince George’s Community College values the safety of its students, faculty, and staff. As part of that commitment, the College has announced effective October 21, 2021, all students, faculty, and staff must be vaccinated against COVID -19 or tested for the virus weekly. As a prospective or new employee, you will be required to comply with this mandate and all the necessary safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Please direct your questions related to the vaccination, testing, mask mandates, and requirements for exemptions to VMPO@pgcc.edu .

Application Status ; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a minimum of 5 years (or 2 years with an AA or above) of experience working in a professional theatrical or event-based environment?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you comfortable working from high elevations?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you able to lift 50 pounds?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • HERC
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Personal Referral
   • PGCC Website
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
   • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
   • The Washington Post
   • Other: Please indicate below
   • Educause
5. How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected 'Other' please indicate source:
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter