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Must have2
3-5 years experience as a professional theatrical electrician / master electrician or similar experience
General knowledge of theater, musical theater, and opera production needs
Nice to have8
Experience in multidisciplinary performing arts preferred
Experience working in higher education institutions preferred
Experience preferred in electronics
Experience preferred in Vectorworks
Experience preferred in Lightwright
Experience preferred in stage rigging systems
Experience preferred in ETC Eos Technology
Experience preferred in supervising students or volunteers
Skills
Vectorworks
Lightwright
ETC Eos Technology
About the role
Job Description:
The Temporary Production Electrician at Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BCB) assists the Lighting Supervisor in executing all lighting and electrical requirements for or the assigned off-campus opera, Rake’s Progress, held at the Wimberly Theatre in April 2027. The Production Electrician is responsible for maintaining and disseminating lighting production notes; maintains and repairs lighting equipment as needed; and, in coordination with the Lighting Supervisor, covers technical rehearsals, hang, focus, and strike.
As part of the Performance Services department, the Production Electrician reports to the Temporary Lighting Supervisor; works closely with the technical director, stage manager, and full production team. They will collaborate closely with guest artists, faculty, and students. This is a temporary position that is anticipated to work through May 3, 2027. Communication will begin in the fall, while the design is being developed. Much of this position’s expected work may be done remotely, with on-site presence beginning end of March 2027 - mid April as needed.
Nights and weekends are required.
RAKE’S PROGRESS TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
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Lighting Hang: March 29, 2027
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Lighting Focus: April 5, 2027
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Tech: Saturday, April 10 and Sunday, April 11, 2027 from 10am - 9pm
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All Department Notes and Dress Rehearsals in the evenings of: April 12, 13, 14, 2027
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Performances: April 15 @ 7:30pm, April 16 @ 7:30pm, April 17 @ 7:30pm, April 18 @ 1:00pm
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Strike to follow final performance. Lighting rental pick up on Tuesday, April 20, 2027
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assist Lighting Supervisor on all lighting hang, focus, and strike calls
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Coordinate with Lighting Supervisor on coverage of technical rehearsals, including weekends and evenings
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Ensure that all lighting production notes are completed during technical rehearsals and promptly disseminated
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Maintain all lighting equipment and repair, or coordinate repairs, as needed
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Assist supervising electrics crew
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Ensure that proper safety and housekeeping measures are observed by all under their direction
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
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3-5 years experience as a professional theatrical electrician / master electrician or similar experience
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Experience in multidisciplinary performing arts preferred
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Experience working in higher education institutions preferred
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
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Experience preferred in electronics, Vectorworks, Lightwright, stage rigging systems, ETC Eos Technology, and supervising students or volunteers.
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General knowledge of theater, musical theater, and opera production needs