Website Mount Royal University
Job Description:
The Head Lighting Technician is an integral part of the technical team at MRU. They will provide technical support, setup and operation of technical systems with a focus on lighting for the Bella Concert Hall, Wright and Leacock Theatre, Ross Glen Hall, Transalta Pavilion and other MRU Spaces.
Job Responsibilities:
- Abide by all University rules and regulations
- Ensure all communications are efficient and contributing to the effectiveness of the team
- Set up and operate video equipment as required
- Provide clients a high level of service
- Report any injuries or damage to the Manager, Theatre and Performance Services
- Complete and submit show reports
- Operating the lighting system for shows and rehearsals
- Operate rigging and variable acoustic systems as needed
- Supervising casual technicians in cooperation with other house technicians
- Ensure the safety and security of the lighting equipment
- Maintaining a comprehensive inventory of the lighting department equipment and tools
- Operate and work in lifts and at height
- Ensure all work is being carried out in a safe manner in accordance with MRU safety policies
- Assist stage and audio technicians as required
- Ensure all lighting equipment is set up properly, fully functional and appropriately aligning with the show concept
- Coordinating and overseeing all lighting department activities
- Inspecting and maintaining the lighting system and lighting equipment
- Preparing for and assisting guest operators
- Assist with the setup and strike of all show equipment
Job Requirements:
- Must have or be willing to acquire Standard First Aid with CPR certification, Fall Protection Training and WHMIS certification
- Experience in dance, live music and other performing arts and asset
- Extensive knowledge of ETC EOS Software and console operation
- Knowledge of stage carpentry, audio and rigging an asset
- Good organizational, communication and time management skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- A minimum of 4 years as a stage technician and a minimum of 2 years in a Head Lighting Technician role
- Good general understanding of all technical aspects of theatre and live shows
- Experience setting up and running video projection equipment
- Ability to design lighting looks (busk) on the fly
- Software experience (Qlab, Vectorworks, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Suite)
- Strong knowledge of lighting networking
Job Details:
Company: Mount Royal University
Job Category: Education
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Job Location: Edmonton, Alberta, CA
Application Deadline: N/A
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