Performing Arts Technical Manager

At the Franklin Performing Arts Center, we know that our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent. We seek individuals who are passionate about live events and theatre technology and are committed to being their best. We are a dedicated, passionate team of individuals inspiring a lifelong involvement and appreciation for the arts through a commitment to world-class experiences and performances.

Summary

Effectively collaborate with the Performing Arts Event Manager on daily activities related to the operation of The Franklin Performing Arts Center at FCHS and FCMS auditorium. Provide excellent customer service to all clients and guests. Motivate, educate, and lead various stage crews in successfully presenting live events, performances, and productions. Additionally, this position involves operating, maintaining, and repairing equipment. Facilitate, contribute to, and guide the careful, safe, and effective installation and implementation of production assets. Participate in the planning and design of events and productions. Execute additional tasks in collaboration with the Performing Arts Event Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Remains current on new developments in the areas of performing arts center software, hardware, networks, telecommunications, training and maintenance.
• Analyzes renter data, technical drawings, sketches, and plans for the purpose of developing best practices for meeting production requirements while ensuring safety and staying within budget limitations; and for the purpose of providing technical arts training for FCS students.
• Collaborates with in-district users, public renters, professional designers, and directors providing for their technical needs for the purpose of supporting program development and facilitating school district and community performing arts programs.
• Collaborates with the Event Manager to successfully host events at Franklin Community Middle School.
• Trains, supervises, and monitors the work of students, assistants for the purpose of providing technical education in a safe environment.
• Maintain an inventory of performing arts center technology equipment, warranty information, and software licenses to ensure district compliance to copyright laws and guidelines.
• Oversees the creation and management of maintenance and improvements to PAC/FCMS auditorium facilities and equipment.
• Manages and supervises technical and clerical personnel.

Basic Qualifications

• Demonstrate and maintain a positive, professional demeanor while working as part of a team

• Full-time availability for a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

• Ability to operate, program, troubleshoot, clean, and maintain equipment for theatrical and live entertainment venues

• Reliable understanding of theatrical terminology and documentation

• Ability to work in a physically active environment that requires frequent lifting, climbing, squatting, and standing for extended periods

• Basic understanding of electrical and data signal flow

• Ability to construct/assemble various scenery and staging pieces

• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools

• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow skills

Audio

• Live Mixing (Front of House, monitors, and broadcast)

• Experience setting up and tearing down audio equipment (speakers, microphones, consoles, etc.)

• Experience with digital and analog audio consoles

Lighting

• Read and implement lighting plots

• Understand basic lighting principles

• Knowledge of electrical systems

• Experience programming various lighting consoles

Networking/IT

• Comprehension of networking and IT principles

• Experience with entertainment networking system

Rigging

• Climb ladders, stairs, and work in various elevations

• Experience rigging overhead equipment for theatre, television, touring, etc.

Video

• Experience building and operating video system from scratch

• Experience in multiple areas of Video setup and operation (i.e. switching, graphics, editing, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years live entertainment experience in increasing roles of responsibility

• Leadership experience

• Advanced networking and computer 

Audio

• Two (2) years live band front of house and monitor mixing

• Proficient in programming and operating digital audio consoles

• Experience with programming and certifications in Q-SYS and Dante

Lighting

• Advanced lighting console programming

• Intelligent light programming and repair

• Experience with AutoCAD / Vectorworks, and Lightwright

• Comprehension of DMX, ArtNet, and Streaming ACN

Rigging

• ETCP certification

• Show and Control Automation

• Programming experience of show control system for live shows

Video

• Projection mapping

• Experience assembling and operating LED Video walls

• Media server proficiency

• Live event and broadcast experience including live streaming

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is often required to walk and stand; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently drives while performing the duties of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to meet deadlines with several time constraints and interact with the public and staff in addition to meeting multiple demands from several people. The employee is frequently required to work irregular or extended work hours. The employee is continuously responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of other people. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.