Job Description

Sitka Fine Arts Camp seeks an Assistant Technical Director for summer 2020. The Assistant Technical Director will assist the Technical Director to help supervise the tech team in all areas of audio, lighting, rigging, scenic, and video production. The tech team will operate in two venues: a 600 seat, state-of-the-art theater and a 350 seat auditorium. This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with experience in technical theater. Ideal applicant will have a background in working with youth and strong sound experience.,
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This Sitka Performing Arts Center (PAC) is a 600 seat, state of the art theater owned by the Sitka School District that is shared with community arts organizations. The mission of the PAC is to provide a vibrant performance venue enriching arts in Sitka by providing high quality performance opportunities for our youth.,
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The Odess Theater is a 300 seat theater in the National Register of Historical Landmarks. It is owned by the Sitka Fine Arts Camp. For our summer camps, it is used nightly for Art Share performances as well as being used as a classroom space to teach theater production. ,
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Essential Duties:,
Maintain theaters as safe, clean, welcoming environments,
Assist Technical Director in preparation and execution of nightly performances.,
Help with all aspects of technical production throughout the summer season.,
Work with middle and high school students, as well as the Technical Assistant in running technical equipment.,
Serve as a liaison between the technical director and the technical team. ,
General assistance, supervising, and overseeing of the technical aspects of camp daily operations.,
Attend staff meetings and production meetings, as needed. Attends load-ins, strikes, technical rehearsals and performances as needed. ,
Assisting with implementation and successful performance of the summer musical.,
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Minimum Qualifications:,
Degree or comparable experience in technical theater production,
Skills/experience to run theater audio/sound, lighting, rigging, set design, and video,
Skills/experience to run and troubleshoot digital and other technology used to for facility systems.,
Theatrical background and understanding of the theatrical process.,
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Required Competencies:,
Strong interpersonal skills, customer service skills,
A commitment to advancing the arts and arts education.,
Self motivated,
Meticulous,
Enjoys working with youth,
Safety first (safety of people, safety of equipment, safety of facility),
Ability to teach and train all ages in theater production,
Ability to work with and motivate volunteers in theater production,
Ability to work well with others and to work well alone without direct supervision,
Ability to develop volunteer pool from our community interested in helping run shows.,
Ability to make facility into an educational resource for school and community,
Ability to manage equipment including inventorying and maintaining assets, building training manuals, troubleshooting equipment problems.,
Professional manner with excellent communication skills.,
Ability to multi-task and work with deadlines. Must have ability to plan projects and work independently, while prioritizing workflow.,
Ability to handle emergencies effectively. Adapting with last minute changes and demonstrating good \x93people skills\x94 and a sense of humor.,
Ability to work long hours, and maintain a clean and safe work space.,
Ability to lift 50 lbs and handle extensive standing, walking, and step-climbing.,
Willingness and flexibility to \x93do it all\x94 and at all levels.,
Honesty with colleagues and willingness to address problems when they arise.,
Positive attitude and an earnest interest in providing good customer service.,
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Compensation:,
$3,500 stipend,
Roundtrip Airfare ,
Room on campus from June 8th-July 31,
Board on campus from June 8th-July 31,
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To submit an application please visit www.fineartscamp.org,
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Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until position is filled.,
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