Performing Arts Production Senior Specialist
| Company | Ohio State University – Columbus |
|---|---|
| Location | Columbus, OH, USA |
| Salary | $58700 – $77200 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing chain motor rigging installations.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a performing arts center environment.
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a stage manager or in live event production.
- Broad knowledge of technical theater and production disciplines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in creating and editing CAD drawings in various formats.
- Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and creative thinking abilities.
- Familiarity with facility management and arts center operations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Vectorworks.
Responsibilities
- Advancing communication with programming staff, visiting artists, and external clients to coordinate technical requirements such as space use, lighting, sound, rigging, video, and special effects.
- Managing labor, rentals, and materials budgets in alignment with the contracting department.
- Supervising and scheduling technicians, contract labor, and wardrobe personnel, overseeing the full installation of production equipment.
- Ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of fly systems and rigging equipment.
- Maintaining a safe work environment.
- Managing show documentation such as invoices, payroll, expense reports, and production notes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or a related field.
- Experience with ETC consoles and basic system operations.
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot professional audio systems.
- Experience working under collective bargaining agreements.
- ETCP Rigging Certification or equivalent preferred.
- Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and implementation practices.