Wolf Trap Foundation For The Performing Arts - Lighting Supervisor (Seasonal; 35+ hours per week; May to August)

Lighting is needed in Vienna, United States.

Client: Wolf Trap Foundation For The Performing Arts

Location: Vienna, VA

Contract: Seasonal

Job Description

The Lighting Supervisor will work with the Director of Production and the Lighting Designer to plan and execute modifications to our rep plot in order to realize the designs for the Wolf Trap Opera’s summer season in the Barns at Wolf Trap. The Lighting Supervisor will also be responsible for ensuring the lighting desk is programmed and staffed during our short performance runs. This position requires nights and weekends dependent on the show schedule.

Requirements

• Firm understanding of theatrical lighting equipment and safety
• Familiarity with ETC EOS family of consoles
• Demonstrated experience with theatrical lighting
• Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts

Work Schedule

This position requires nights and weekends dependent on the show schedule.

Position Location

100% On-site

Pay Rate

Pay rate starts at $30-35/hr. (based on experience) and is overtime eligible. Position is paid bi-weekly as W2 employment. Housing is available for select candidates.

Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop.

Dates of Employment

Position is seasonal; 35+ hours per week; from May through the end of August. Start and end dates can be flexible dependent on show requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the rep plot
• Work with the Lighting Designer to modify the rep plot for each Opera’s needs
• Manage Lighting Budget and report to the Director of Production
• Program and run the ETC EOS based console for performances
• Help to maintain a clean work area at the Barns stage
• Mentor the Lighting Apprentice
• Assist stage crew with load in and strike
• Restore the rep plot after strike
• Provide lighting support for other recitals and events as needed

Physical Demands

• Lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, bend and reach with arms up to 50 percent of the time.
• Frequently operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.)

Additional Information

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or accommodation in our job application processes should contact [email protected]. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.