Emerson College
Electrics Supervisor
Emerson College, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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The Electrics Supervisor position reports to the Production Manager, Performing Arts/Emerson Stage. This role will oversee all electrics and lighting duties for scenic elements designed and produced for Emerson Stage and the Department of Performing Arts Theatre productions. As needed, the Electrics Supervisor will serve as Head Electrician or Designer on productions. This position will also independently teach electrics and lighting skills to students and supervise and train student designers to ensure successful production outcomes across various events and productions. This position involves close collaboration with Lighting Design faculty, Performing Arts faculty and staff, and the Office of the Arts. This role requires accuracy, attention to detail, and good teaching abilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Instruct and supervise students engaged in co-curricular production work, various class labs, or working as student employees. Instruct and supervise all students assigned as Production Electricians, Lead Electrician or Assistant Lead Electrician for the eight productions of the Emerson Stage season working as part of the electrics team to order, load, hang, cable, patch, program, troubleshoot, run and strike all electrical elements of a production. Training students on industry standard safety protocols. Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the lighting design and electrics needs for productions in support of the curriculum and/or productions. Work closely with Office of the Arts staff about uses of in-house equipment rental deliveries/pick-up special rigging schedules and uses of theatre spaces. Work with lighting supervisors in the Office of the Arts to draw up, finalize and approve student electrical schematics for productions. Mentor and supervise pre-production equipment and material shop orders, designs load-in tech dress rehearsals for each production. Serve as the Production Electrician when required or needed due to lack of student availability and work closely with assistants assigned to those productions. Be available on an "on call" basis during performances to support student electricians. Attend weekly production meetings and weekly area meetings as scheduled. Participate in monthly Design/Tech area meetings representing the Production Electrician area and needs. Responsible for raising issues or concerns with the Production Manager in a timely manner. Maintain stock of templates, gel inventory and other relevant inventories. Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety policies, codes, and regulations, including all permitting in compliance with the Boston Fire Department. Design basic lighting plot and cues for annual BFA Showcase New Fest Short Works and any other productions or events as requested. Work closely with the Technical Director and Scenic team for all theatrical scenic needs involving set electrics. Support projections on one production in a year. QUALIFICATIONS -
Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to perform the job effectively.
Bachelor's degree in lighting design and/or theater required. 3-5 years of appropriate theatrical lighting work experience required, preferably at an institution of higher learning 2-4 years instructing students in the field or in a classroom setting required. 2-4 years using, in a professional capacity, ETC Lighting Control Systems, Vectorworks, Lightwright and other relevant lighting software OSHA30 Certification preferred Experience managing, instructing and supervising production teams required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES -
This may be representative but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
Ability to understand, enjoy, and communicate effectively with academic-oriented individuals. Enthusiasm for collaborating with college-aged individuals. Experience working with artistically oriented individuals. Strong oral and writing skills. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint. Basic Knowledge of Google Docs and/or related platforms. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects. Ability to prioritize goals and implement plans. Ability to solve problems and conflict. Strong analytical skills. Be willing and enthusiastic to assist others and work in a team setting. PHYSICAL ABILITIES
- Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work involves lifting equipment and tools for lighting setups. Work is performed in a theatre environment requiring occasional on-call availability. Must be able to handle the physical demands of setting up and striking electrical equipment during production. WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
Studio environment Be available on an on-call basis during performances
Compensation for this position is $55,600 to $68,150 annually, commensurate with experience. This position requires an in-person presence on the Boston Campus during the work week.
Compensation: $55,600.00 - $68,150.00 annually, commensurate with experience.
Grade of Position: S-23-07E
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25
Division:
This position will be exclusively represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888 for purposes of wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.
community
and experience
Emerson College !
The Electrics Supervisor position reports to the Production Manager, Performing Arts/Emerson Stage. This role will oversee all electrics and lighting duties for scenic elements designed and produced for Emerson Stage and the Department of Performing Arts Theatre productions. As needed, the Electrics Supervisor will serve as Head Electrician or Designer on productions. This position will also independently teach electrics and lighting skills to students and supervise and train student designers to ensure successful production outcomes across various events and productions. This position involves close collaboration with Lighting Design faculty, Performing Arts faculty and staff, and the Office of the Arts. This role requires accuracy, attention to detail, and good teaching abilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Instruct and supervise students engaged in co-curricular production work, various class labs, or working as student employees. Instruct and supervise all students assigned as Production Electricians, Lead Electrician or Assistant Lead Electrician for the eight productions of the Emerson Stage season working as part of the electrics team to order, load, hang, cable, patch, program, troubleshoot, run and strike all electrical elements of a production. Training students on industry standard safety protocols. Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the lighting design and electrics needs for productions in support of the curriculum and/or productions. Work closely with Office of the Arts staff about uses of in-house equipment rental deliveries/pick-up special rigging schedules and uses of theatre spaces. Work with lighting supervisors in the Office of the Arts to draw up, finalize and approve student electrical schematics for productions. Mentor and supervise pre-production equipment and material shop orders, designs load-in tech dress rehearsals for each production. Serve as the Production Electrician when required or needed due to lack of student availability and work closely with assistants assigned to those productions. Be available on an "on call" basis during performances to support student electricians. Attend weekly production meetings and weekly area meetings as scheduled. Participate in monthly Design/Tech area meetings representing the Production Electrician area and needs. Responsible for raising issues or concerns with the Production Manager in a timely manner. Maintain stock of templates, gel inventory and other relevant inventories. Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety policies, codes, and regulations, including all permitting in compliance with the Boston Fire Department. Design basic lighting plot and cues for annual BFA Showcase New Fest Short Works and any other productions or events as requested. Work closely with the Technical Director and Scenic team for all theatrical scenic needs involving set electrics. Support projections on one production in a year. QUALIFICATIONS -
Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to perform the job effectively.
Bachelor's degree in lighting design and/or theater required. 3-5 years of appropriate theatrical lighting work experience required, preferably at an institution of higher learning 2-4 years instructing students in the field or in a classroom setting required. 2-4 years using, in a professional capacity, ETC Lighting Control Systems, Vectorworks, Lightwright and other relevant lighting software OSHA30 Certification preferred Experience managing, instructing and supervising production teams required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES -
This may be representative but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
Ability to understand, enjoy, and communicate effectively with academic-oriented individuals. Enthusiasm for collaborating with college-aged individuals. Experience working with artistically oriented individuals. Strong oral and writing skills. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint. Basic Knowledge of Google Docs and/or related platforms. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects. Ability to prioritize goals and implement plans. Ability to solve problems and conflict. Strong analytical skills. Be willing and enthusiastic to assist others and work in a team setting. PHYSICAL ABILITIES
- Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work involves lifting equipment and tools for lighting setups. Work is performed in a theatre environment requiring occasional on-call availability. Must be able to handle the physical demands of setting up and striking electrical equipment during production. WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
Studio environment Be available on an on-call basis during performances
Compensation for this position is $55,600 to $68,150 annually, commensurate with experience. This position requires an in-person presence on the Boston Campus during the work week.
Compensation: $55,600.00 - $68,150.00 annually, commensurate with experience.
Grade of Position: S-23-07E
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25
Division:
This position will be exclusively represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888 for purposes of wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.