Job Description
Opera Saratoga \x95 Seasonal,
www.operasaratoga.org,
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Saratoga Springs, NY,
In Residence: June \x96 Early July,
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ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND ,
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Opera Saratoga, formerly Lake George Opera, began with a production of Die Fledermaus at the Diamond Point Theatre on July 5, 1962, playing to an audience of 230. The Company now calls Saratoga Springs, New York home and performs for more than 25,000 people annually during the Summer Festival, as well as through community engagement programs year-round. The 2020 Summer Festival under the leadership of Artistic and General Director Lawrence Edelson, will feature 3 different productions: The Pirates of Penzance, Sky on Swings, Madama Butterfly; as well as a wide variety of concerts at diverse venues unique to the region.,
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THE POSITION,
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As part of the lighting department the Electrician will play a large role in both the success of the 2020 Summer Festival, as well as the organization\x92s long-term success and enhancement of the quality of productions presented by the company. He/she must have the following skills and experience:,
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DESIRED SKILLS,
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\x95Basic knowledge of electricity and how it applies to theatrical lighting,
\x95Experience in both hang and focus of theatrical lighting equipment,
\x95Ability to read a light plot.,
\x95Ability to safely lift 60+ pounds. ,
\x95Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.,
\x95Comfortable working at heights from Genie lifts, ladders and scaffolding.,
\x95Driver\x92s License required,
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES,
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\x95Participating in Load-in and focus of all lighting for each production.,
\x95Take part in all Lighting change overs.,
\x95Keeping all work areas clean and promoting a safe working environment.,
\x95Being a part of the run crew as needed for each production. ,
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COMPENSATION AND HOUSING,
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Competitive compensation based on experience. Housing during the Summer Residency period is provided.,
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APPLICATIONS AND INQUIRIES ,
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Please send a resume and cover letter with at least two references that can speak directly to your skill set for this position to: Jason Barroncini, Production Manager,
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Opera Saratoga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ,
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Job Benefits
None provided other than pay
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