Performing Arts Technician

2 weeks ago

Los Angeles, United States Los Angeles Community College District Full time
Definition

Coordinates and performs technical work required in the maintenance of a theater, concert hall, or TV and film stage and production areas and assists instructors in conducting technical production classes for theater, TV, film, and broadcast productions/operations or music and dance concerts.

Typical Duties

Coordinates and performs technical work involving construction of stage sets, props, special effects, the recording of sound effects, hanging lighting equipment, and/or a variety of other technical aspects related to theater, TV, film, and broadcast productions/operations or music and dance concerts.

Operates and maintains equipment such as sound and lighting equipment and software, computer equipment, power tools, painting equipment and other equipment used in theater, TV, film, and broadcast productions/operations or music and dance concerts.

Instructs students individually in the proper methods of theater or TV and film lighting, rigging, sound effects, set construction, stage management, and painting of stage scenery, props, and backdrops.

Monitors and provides training to students in the use of tools and equipment used in theater or TV and film productions/operations or music and dance concerts.

Assists in making estimates of stage-setting and performance costs, stage-setting time needed, and lighting and scenery required.

Maintains inventory records of supplies and generates orders for materials and equipment.

Issues supplies, materials, and tools to students.

Ensures proper maintenance and safety of scene shop, stage, equipment storage, and audience areas.

May direct stage crews during rehearsals and performances.

May plan work schedules for rehearsals and performances.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

A Performing Arts Technician coordinates and performs technical work required in the maintenance of a theater, concert hall, or TV and film stage and production areas; assists instructors in conducting technical production classes for theater, TV, film, and broadcast performances or music or dance concerts.

Supervision

General supervision is received from an academic or classified supervisor. Provides work direction in the construction and use of stage equipment to student employees.

Class Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Technical direction, set design and construction, prop design and construction, lighting, projections, sound, rigging, scenic painting, and special effects related to theater, TV, film and broadcast productions/operations or music and dance concerts

Principles and methods of stage and prop management

Proper use and care of power and hand tools used in stagecraft

Color harmony and set-building materials

Stage set design, floor plans, elevations, and construction

Operation and maintenance of contemporary sound consoles, speakers, amplifiers, and related

Operation and maintenance of contemporary lighting consoles and related equipment

Operation and maintenance of contemporary projection equipment and related equipment

Pertinent fire regulations and other safety codes and procedures

Acoustics and sound control

Inventory methods and practices

Capabilities and features of computer systems, software and hardware used in the assigned area

Ability to:

Construct, erect, and place various types of stage scenery, backdrops, and props for theater, TV, film and broadcast productions/operations or music and dance concerts

Organize scene shop and coordinate all aspects of construction

Generate theatrical blueprints for stagecraft assignments

Follow layouts and plans for set design and construction

Hang and focus lights according to a lighting plot

Rig standard theatrical elements used in stage productions/operations

Mix and apply scenic paints

Use tools and equipment common to assigned area

Program lighting consoles

Work with contemporary lighting instruments

Generate an audio design in a digital format

Operate contemporary projection equipment

Train and provide work direction to others in activities related to theater, TV, film and broadcast productions/operations or music and dance concerts

Secure and store supplies

Keep detailed and precise records

Give clear and concise instructions

Work effectively and cooperatively with instructors, staff, students, and the public

Deal effectively with proper authorities concerning fire and safety regulations

Effectively utilize computer hardware and software in the performance of duties

Learn general and specialized software applications

Entrance Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A. A bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with a major in theater arts, cinema or television, fine arts, music or a related field which included coursework in technical theater, cinema or television production, or music technology.

OR

B. An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in theater arts, cinema or television, music, or a related field AND two years of full-time, paid stagecraft or film set experience in two or more of the following areas: prop design, prop construction, set design, set construction, painting, rigging, lighting, sound, and operation and use of stage equipment.

OR

C. Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND four years of full-time, paid stagecraft or film set experience in two or more of the following areas: prop design, prop construction, set design, set construction, painting, rigging, lighting, sound, and operation and use of stage equipment.

OR

D. Any equivalent combination of A., B., and C. above.

Benefits

  • Medical and dental insurance and vision care plans are provided for employees and their dependents.
  • A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee.
  • New employees receive 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave.
  • 19 paid holidays per year.
  • Vacation days accrue annually beginning at 10 days and increasing incrementally to 24 days depending on years of service with the District. Vacation days for management and confidential positions begin at 15, 20, or 24 days.
  • Other paid time off includes: bereavement leave, personal necessity leave, court subpoena, and jury duty.
  • Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System. Employees are also covered by Social Security.
  • Employee Assistance Program


Selection Process

The examination process may consist of one or more parts which may include a training and experience evaluation, written test, performance test and/or oral interview.

Reasonable Accommodations

Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the position(s) within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within this class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis throughout the application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is in doubt about his or her ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any other requirement noted in a class specification or job announcement, he or she should always apply for a position and request reasonable accommodation at the appropriate time.

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