What are the responsibilities and job description for the Arts Center Technical Designer position at Provo City Corporation?
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*** OPEN FILE ***[Applications will be considered in the order they are received.]
The Covey Center for the Arts is looking for qualified lighting designers and audio engineers to join our live events team. The Covey Center for the Arts provides lighting and audio support for Provo City sponsored events as well as for rental clients of the Covey Center main performance hall including dance, theater, concerts, corporate events and more.
For more than seventeen years, the Covey Center for the Arts has been a cornerstone of creativity and cultural life in Utah County. Each season, we welcome more than 150,000 patrons to award-winning, family-friendly performances and robust arts education programs. From inspiring concerts to transformative outreach initiatives, the Covey has become Utah’s premier all-ages destination for live performance and community engagement.
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What is the compensation?
Pay Rate: $15.00 - $18.00 hourly. Payment will be by direct deposit.
Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great benefits: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.
What will I do?
This is a position in the stage operations area for the Covey Center for the Arts. The individual hired for this position will be required to perform the following duties:
- Setup and operate lighting, staging, and audio/video equipment.
- Design lighting and/or audio aspects of productions as needed.
- Load and unload trucks with theatrical equipment, props, sets, etc.
- Operate as show caller as needed.
- Help with set construction.
- Be a member of running crews for live performances.
- Perform care and maintenance of stage equipment.
- Perform backstage custodial tasks.
- Help in other areas of the building and perform other related duties as required.
What do I need to apply?
- High School Diploma or equivalent .
- Two years of training or experience working in a theatrical environment, including setting up and running sound and/or lighting equipment, console operation, programing, design, and troubleshooting.
- Valid, lawful driver's license.
For Audio
- Proficiency with Yamaha and Allen & Heath consoles and digital and analog audio equipment operation, maintenance, repair, and trouble shooting.
- Ability to mix a multi-microphone show (potentially up to 48 channels), including both concert and theatrical performances.
- Understanding of sound and video related software including, but not limited to: QLab, Dante Networking, Wireless Workbench, and Apple Scripts.
For Lighting
- Proficiency with EOS family of lighting consoles.
- Ability to hang, focus, repair and maintain theatrical lighting equipment.
- Understanding of DMX protocols and intelligent fixtures.
- Experience in designing dance, theatrical, and concert lighting.
Overall
- Ability and willingness to work long, irregular hours noted below.
- Compliance with Provo City dress and grooming standards.
- Skill in performing duties in a manner that demonstrates respect, integrity, courtesy, and kindness towards fellow workers, customers, and the general public.
- Ability to focus on and complete assigned tasks effectively and pay careful attention to detail.
What are the hours?
Schedule varies based on performance calendar, but will be Monday through Saturday. Involves long, irregular work hours including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
What are the physical and environmental factors?
This position involves longs shifts, walking, bending, climbing ladders, stooping reaching, lifting up to 70 lbs., quick movements to exit dangerous situations, assuming uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time, working at heights of up to 80 feet, and exposure to dangerous equipment, hazardous settings and high voltages. This position may also include exposure to high stress situations or environments, including; handling emergency situations, meeting strict deadlines, contact with individuals in confrontation or uncomfortable circumstances, and other stressful conditions related to the workplace.
What is the selection process?
This is an open file posting. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for a minimum of 60 days. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.
If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.
Why Provo City?
Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the “Best Performing City” three years in a row, and we were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by WalletHub for 2025. Visit
provo.gov
to learn more!
Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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