What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Show Automation Technician position at Sight & Sound Theatres?
The Associate Show Automation Technician provides support for technical elements during the show run as well as repairs to department equipment and systems. They assist the Automation & Effects department with development, installation, programming, implementation, maintaining, and updating projects and systems. They understand show related programs and systems to run, troubleshoot, and repair. They operate the automation and control consoles during shows, while maintaining consistency in executing show cues in a timely, safe, and controlled manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional customer service to Show Operations departments through clear and timely communication related to technical production elements.
- Maintain proper care and operation of the automation consoles, software, and equipment during show times including any preparation for the start or stop of daily operations.
- Operate all flight, vehicle, and effect cues from the automation consoles as well as all drops, legs, effects, ramps, media, and stage lift cues during shows, rehearsals, sectionals, and demos.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of detailed cue sheets and start-up/shutdown checklists.
- Serve as primary contact for communication of show element status with A&E, Media/Art, Deck Chief, and Stage Management during shows and technical challenges including show holds, while supporting the authority of the Stage Manager.
- Effectively communicate and execute cues using proper headset protocol, maintaining a calm professional demeanor.
- All other duties as assigned.
Prerequisites:
- Basic knowledge of electronic and electrical systems Hardware, software, and network computer skills
- General electronic and mechanical troubleshooting skills for lighting, projection, special effects and communications equipment
- Knowledge and experience in live stage and production
- Knowledge of programming and operation of video media systems
- Must be available to work flexible hours. Regularly scheduled to work during the shows and rehearsals, but also during other shifts as necessary to complete department projects
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: stand frequently, walk frequently, run occasionally, position self on top of or underneath objects occasionally, including stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, balance occasionally, ascend and descend ladders occasionally, communicate and converse with others frequently, transport weights and/or exert force up to 50 pounds occasionally, seldom up to 75 pounds, observe details at a close range, detect color, detect peripheral objects, determine depth, and have ability to adjust focus between close range and distant objects.
A valid driver's license may be required to operate motorized passenger vehicles and heavy equipment. This position may require the operation of computers and other digital workstations.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, fumes, aerosols, airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, work around special effects, including explosives, high, precarious places, and noise levels that are usually moderate.
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