Technical Production Assistant (Part-Time/OPS) 60160

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida, and is a department of Florida State University. Learn more about The Ringling at https://www.ringling.org/careers/. 

Technical and production assistance for Art of Performance and On Screen productions; work with Production Manager to assist as production crew during load in, technical and dress rehearsals and performances/film screenings; assist artists/designers as much as possible on implementation of design; act as liaison between Production Manager and guest artists and rental productions to troubleshoot; communicate as needed with Box Office and Front of House for Historic Asolo Theater; act as production staff for evening and weekend productions in collaboration with Production Manager and Art Performance staff; and assist with development of annual production calendar. 

• Executes set build, load in and technical requirements as determined by Production Manager.
• Reads and interprets lighting plot and other drawings in association with the Production Manager.
• Runs light board for dress rehearsal and performances.
• Runs preshow check to make sure all equipment is working prior to performances and film screenings, troubleshooting as needed.
• Works with IATSE electric crew.
• Maintains and repairs conventional fixtures, scrollers and moving lights.
• Operates of film projection system for testing and movie screenings.

• Three years of professional theatre experience.
• Ability to lift and carry 60 pounds, climb ladders, and work at heights.

• Bachelor's Degree in Technical Theater and two years of professional experience.
• Knowledge of:
  • Fundamentals of electricity and general computer operation.
  • Basic programming knowledge of ETC GIO lighting console.

These skills are not required to be considered for this role, but are helpful:

• Previous customer service experience.
• Experience in a museum or non-profit organization.
• Prior experience in approaching work and interaction with colleagues and/or students.
• Ability to:
  • Promote a respectful work/educational environment.
  • Respond in a calm manner to urgent/emergency situations.

For more information, technical assistance, or should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-358-2771 or employment@ringling.org.

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$20 per hour (28 hours a week)

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Your application is not complete until you have uploaded:

• A position-relevant resume and cover letter that includes relevant experience, course work, skills, and contact information (phone and/or email) for at least 3 professional references.

• This is an OPS/Part-Time job.
• Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.
• Work Location: Sarasota, FL.
• This role must present a professional image in line with internal dress code.

Working Hours

• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.