Technical Services Associate- Lighting Technician

Oversee all lighting aspects of the Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology Operations, Productions, and Technology ( OPT) team. Responsibilities include rigging, design, programming and operation, assist with setup, operation, and tear down of all Bass School OPT-serviced events. Responsible for all venues under the OPT purview including the Theatre, Lecture/Events Hall, Performance Hall, and all future venues that fall under the Bass School. Responsible for the maintenance, upgrade, troubleshooting, and procurement of all lighting equipment and accessories. This role is an all-in-one lighting position requiring the candidate to wear all hats from LX to lighting designer. Candidate will be responsible for training and overseeing student workers to operate and assist with show lighting / LX duties.

Bachelor's degree in fine art or a related field and one (1) year of experience as a technical theater professional or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Degree (BA/ BFA) in Theatre Production, Lighting Design, or Entertainment Technology with an emphasis in lighting + 3 years' experience as a Lighting Technician in live entertainment, Theatre, or events industry.

Or: Diploma (Technical School) + 5 years' experience as a Lighting Technician in live entertainment, Theatre, or events industry

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Some outdoor working conditions. Ability to lift and carry 50lbs. Ability to work at heights in catwalks, ladders, and lifts. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to work in low-lit production environments. Comfortable working in the presence of stage and smoke effects such as haze and fog. Comfortable working in high sound level environments such as concerts.

A remote work schedule is not available for this position

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