What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Crew / Overhire Theatre Technicians position at William Paterson University?
DESCRIPTION
Production Crew / Overhire Theatre Technicians
William Paterson University – Wayne, NJ
William Paterson University is seeking experienced overhire production crew to support concerts, theatre productions, recitals, guest artists, and university events across multiple performance venues.
Venues include:
- Shea Center Mainstage – 922 seats
- Hunziker Black Box Theatre – flexible 60–85 seat space
- Shea Recital Hall – 104 seats
We are currently seeking technicians in Audio, Lighting, Stage Management, Carpentry, Run Crew, and General Production.
Audio applicants must have experience with:
- Yamaha DM7 consoles
- Dante networking and Yamaha RIO systems
- Miking a variety of ensembles
- Live sound reinforcement and recording
Lighting applicants must be familiar with:
- ETC lighting consoles
- Colortran and ETC architectural controls
- Hang, focus, programming, lighting concerts, and basic troubleshooting
Stage Management applicants should have experience running rehearsals and performances, coordinating with artists and production staff, maintaining schedules and run-of-show information, and managing backstage operations.
Carpentry applicants should have experience with theatrical scenery, stage carpentry, installation and strike, basic rigging, repairs, and general shop and stage work.
Additional experience in stage operations, scenery, concert setup, load-ins, strikes, and general event production is welcome.
Pay: $15–$30/hour based on experience and assignment
Minimum Call: 4 hours
Schedule: As-needed; daytime, evening, and weekend calls
Technicians with experience in multiple disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please send a résumé or brief summary of experience, your primary technical areas, and general availability.
SALARY
$16.00 – $30.00 per hour
- NON-UNION