Master Electrician

Job Description

The Cumberland County Playhouse in Crossville, TN - seeks an experienced Master Electrician to join the fulltime staff. The Playhouse is the oldest regional theater in the state of TN just having celebrated our 55th season. We have two indoor spaces – a 500 seat Mainstage and a 260 seat Black Box, we are also fortunate enough to have an outdoor space. The Playhouse is a year around theater and during its 56th season will be producing 11 shows, 1 dance production, 2 indoor concerts and 4 outdoor free concerts within the months of April - December. The Master Electrician is responsible for leading the electrics department in executing the approved lighting designs for all Playhouse productions and events. The position is very often just one person except during tech weeks. The Master Electrician should Expect to work some nights and weekends as the schedule requires. We work on a six-day show schedule with Monday being the designated day off except during tech weeks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Communicate with lighting designers prior to arrival to ensure that all designs are completed within deadlines

Attend production meetings

Hang and circuit all lighting as designed by Lighting Designer but be understanding of changes

Execute wiring for electrified and battery-operated practical’s and props

Execution of all lighting and atmospheric special effects

Program ETC Ion Light board during technical rehearsals as needed

Collaborate with the Sound department on projection-related needs (Lighting takes the lead on projections)

Design, program and run Ion board for all concerts and special events

Ensure the integrity of all lighting elements before each performance

Maintain and update all cue lights, work lights and backstage lights

Maintain and repair all electrics inventory

Maintain daily check list of moving man lift

Provide lighting support for events scheduled outside of our own facilities

All other duties as assigned by Producing Director and Technical Producer

Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years lighting experience as ME or equivalent, including experience working on multiple productions with fast-paced timelines and limited budgets.
Experience working in outdoor venues is a plus.
Ability to coordinate and implement lighting designs

Advanced knowledge of the ETC Ion, ETC Dimmers, Qlab, and Vectorworks.

Proficiency in DMX, LED Tape, older patching dimmer units
Proficiency in networking and troubleshooting all types lighting control systems.

Confidently and safely operate Genie lifts
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, communication and leadership skills.
Ability to ensure proper maintenance and usage of all lighting equipment and hand tools.
Ability to work on ladders, in lifts, and at heights of up to 21’

Valid driver’s license

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Appy with the following via email:

Cover letter

Resume

3 professional references

We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity and access both on and off of our stage. To learn more about The Cumberland County Playhouse, please visit our website: www.ccplayhouse.com.

The Playhouse is taking every effort for the health and safety of the volunteers, staff, and patrons during the COVID-19 pandemic. Disinfectant is used to clean all areas before and after occupancy and all staffs are dedicated to wearing masks while inside the buildings.

ASAP – Dec 19 $425 per week plus housing

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2neo2-3-136-17-231-42 in your application.