General Information
| Job Description | THEATER PROD SPEC 3 | Working Title | Theater Production Specialist 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 006145 | Grade | 20 |
| Department Name | CHASS Facilities MGMT - D01268 | Department Head | Paul Richardson |
| Supervisor | Jason Dunk | Effective Date | 05/10/2022 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
| Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
| Responsible for all activities associated with multiple/comprehensive technical aspects of theater productions, including procedures and administering/monitoring budgetary expenditures consistent with budgetary allocations, and training of staff/students. May be responsible for maintenance of theater venues, shops, and storage, including facilities and stage equipment, tools and materials, and establishing and ensuring implementation of operational procedures for all users within the facilities. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the supervision of the Performing Arts Manager this position is responsible for all activities associated with multiple / comprehensive technical aspects of theater productions, including procedures and administering / monitoring budgetary expenditures consistent with budgetary allocations, and training of staff / students. May be responsible for maintenance of theater venues, shops, and storage, including facilities and stage equipment, tools and materials, and establishing and ensuring implementation of operational procedures for all users within the facilities. Constructs and installs theatrical production elements in multiple production areas (lights, sound, video, properties, scenery, scenic treatment, etc.) from design and design specification provided by theatrical designers. There are 5-7 positions open. This is a limited position for less than 1000 hours for 12 months (40% appt). The working schedule will vary based on production demands. The schedule may include night and weekend work. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
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| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
License Requirements
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
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| Constructs and installs theatrical production elements in multiple production areas (lights, sound, video, costumes, hair/make-up, properties, scenery, scenic treatment, etc.) from design and design specification provided by theatrical designers. | 25 |
| Attends technical/dress rehearsals and consults with directors/designers regarding notes, changes, and/or additions. | 25 |
| Trains students in laboratory setting associated with theatrical production; may evaluate students in laboratory work. | 5 |
| Determines construction techniques and details of construction/installation. | 5 |
| Administers budgets, ensuring that expenditures are within agreed upon budgetary limits. | 5 |
| Maintains shop facilities and equipment and coordinates with senior managers regarding theater facilities and property maintenance. | 5 |
| Establishes procedures and trains users in safe, proper practices of theatrical construction and installation and in safe use, proper handling, and maintenance of all machinery, power and hand tools, and other shop and theater equipment, power and hand tools, and other shop and theater equipment. | 5 |
| Ensures professional and safe general shop conditions and operations, including fulfilling reporting and record-keeping requirements and all applicable rules/regulations including federal, state, OSHA and Cal/OSHA guidelines and regulations. | 5 |
| Advises on all problems associated with multiple aspects of production operations. | 5 |
| Consults with/suggests changes to designers and directors regarding efficiency or economy of construction, installation, and operation of theatrical production elements. | 5 |
| Researches new materials and techniques to fulfill designer concepts. Coordinates borrowing/rental of theatrical production elements. | 5 |
| Attends all department staff and production meetings. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Thorough working knowledge of University and collective bargaining policies, practices, rules, regulations, etc., including safety rules and regulations. | Required |
| Thorough organizational skills. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge/skills in all aspects of budget administration. | Required |
| Thorough problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills. | Required |
| Thorough verbal and interpersonal communication skills to communicate complex instructions and information to disparate constituencies. | Required |
| Mastery level knowledge in multiple technical theater production areas such as lighting, sound, video, costumes, hair/make-up, properties, scenery, scenic treatment, etc. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |