Assistant Stage Manager, Lighting

About this Opportunity

Ball State University is seeking a team-oriented stage professional committed to planning, executing and delivering exceptional stage lighting for a wide variety of functions including national and international artists, touring productions, university convocations, and campus events as well as community functions at Emens Auditorium and other venues at our institution. This position will be involved in all facets of stage production including video projection, rigging and sound, yet the main focus of responsibility remains providing optimal stage lighting for live events, delighting patrons and providing input regarding system and equipment upgrades. Regular hours frequently involve overtime, evenings and weekend shifts. Emens Auditorium is located in the heart of the Ball State University campus in Muncie, Indiana. Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package.

The salary range for this position is up to $52,000.00 annually.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

Salary Grade
12

Wages Begin At
19.5

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hrs/Week: 40

Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Function

Designated as the second in charge of production activity, the Assistant Stage Manager will engage in the maintenance, repair, set up and operations of complex technical systems including but not limited to lighting, audio, rigging, staging and scenery as needed for Emens Auditorium, Pruis Hall, Sursa Hall, Worthen Arena, Brown Amphitheater and other University venues as assigned. Although involved in all facets of stage production, this position is focused predominantly in the area of lighting design and operations for live events with special emphasis on providing high quality lighting enhancement for varied events. Assist other auditorium staff in deployment of other technical systems.

Minimum Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent in, Theater production, electronics technology or related field.

Minimum Experience

Over five through eight years of experience in concert tour production, technical theatre, stage crafts, or related field; previous experience in operating GrandMA lighting consoles; experience with AutoCad or Vecterworks software.

Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Bachelors’s degree in theatre, electronics technology or related field.

Preferred Experience

Over eight years of experience in technical theatre, stage crafts or related field; intelligent lighting experience. Previous experience working with MAnet and ARTnet lighting protocals.

Position Title(s) Supervised

Part-time stagehands; production company personnel; students.

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department: Emens Auditorium:600060

Department Information

Emens Auditorium and Pruis Hall constitute a department within the College of Fine Arts in the Division of Academic Affairs. As such, this auxiliary supports and enhances the vision and mission of Ball State University through the enrichment of the overall Ball State University student, employee, and guest experience by providing exceptional patron service, the delivery of state of the art stage/production service, and event planning and support service, in addition to the primary function of presenting a diverse array of guest artists, productions, and celebrities of national and international prominence who represent various genres of live performance and entertainment from traditional to the innovative.

Department Email or Phone Number
rmyers@bsu.edu

Posting Number: 202301274SF

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 07/31/2023

Open Date: 06/16/2023

Close Date
07/21/2023

Open Until Filled: No

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ranking: 1
  Operate, deploy and maintain auditorium lighting system; includes control surfaces, fixtures, cables, dimmers, etc; install hardware and software system updates as required; determine necessary equipment for locally produced shows; work with touring productions to integrate systems and supplement with house or rental equipment as required; program and operate intelligent lighting for productions as required.
• Ranking: 2
  Develop and design technical system upgrades for facilities supported by this department; research options and make recommendations for acquisition.
• Ranking: 3
  Plan, schedule and manage production activity for events in coordination with the Stage Manager, providing coverage in the Stage Manager’s absence or as directed. Supervise and direct stagehands, i.e., carpenters, lighting crews, and wardrobe crews in the completion of tasks.
• Ranking: 4
  Set up, operate, troubleshoot and tear down video projection as required; assist presenters with integration of video content.
• Ranking: 5
  Operate and maintain auditorium counterweight fly rail system; calculate weights; integrate flying pieces such as background drops into stage fly space.
• Ranking: 6
  Hang rigging points and other rigging equipment; utilize electric chain hoists to lift trusses, audio speakers, scenery pieces and other staging equipment
• Ranking: 7
  Install symphony shell; set up, maintain, and tear down risers, stage platforms, and other stage equipment.
• Ranking: 8
  Acquire & maintain knowledge of environmental and other safety concerns.
• Ranking: 9
  Assume the responsibilities of the Auditorium Stage Manager in his/her absence as assigned.
• Ranking: 10
  Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Ranking: 11
  Maintain regular and predictable attendance.