Production Technician

Title
Production Technician - Music in the Parks

Department
Music in the Parks

Status
Seasonal

Work Location
Various

Reports To
Multimedia and Events Production Specialist

Wage
$17/hour

Position Description
Responsible for setting up, operating, and managing sound and lighting systems, assisting with artist equipment and parking, ensuring safety and emergency procedures, for the Rockford Park District's Music in the Parks program.

Responsibilities

Gain access to all closed sound and light rooms and panels.

Setting up and operating spotlights and house lighting systems

Oversees parking in back lot and parking of Artists

Assists with unloading and loading of artists equipment.

Setting up and taking down banners, signs, tables, and chairs

Shut down power under the direction of House or Sound Technicians.

Set up follow spot and test. Run follow spot during performance

Assists with setting out stage audio snake and stage monitors.

Assists with setting Mics and D.I.s per performer’s rider.

Plug in stage light controller and power up Stage Light Power Supply.

Assists with checking lights and turn on overhead shell lights and park perimeter walk lights.

Will assist with all evacuation and emergency response procedures as needed

Represent the RPD in a friendly and positive manner when communicating with the public, performers, and staff.

Maintains working knowledge of safety procedures. Attends safety training programs and in-service as required for continued development.

Enforces all rules, regulations and policies set up by the Rockford Park District to include the Aff in the description, maintaining a alcohol and drug free workplace, and following all safety and risk management procedures.

Utilize the Rockford Park District's HRIS system for all HR and payroll-related requirements and to accurately clock in and out for all shifts.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail

Good interpersonal skills, with a strong interest in meeting the needs of performers

Manual dexterity and agility

Aptitude for working with electronic and mechanical systems and equipment

Job-specific training will be provided

Previous experience in sound or lighting production preferred

Training in Theatre, Electronics, or Audio Engineering preferred

MACHINES, TOOLS, and/or EQUIPMENT SKILLS: Cell phone, telephone, basic office equipment, and sound and lighting equipment related to stage performance.

Solve practical problems; variety of variables with limited standardization; interpret instructions.

Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions write identifying information; request supplies verbally or in writing.

Physical Requirements
Very Heavy work:

Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally

Exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently

Exerting in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Must be able to perform moderately physically intensive tasks, potentially including any combination of the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, repetitive motions, substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

The work environment characteristics:

This position is primarily stationed outdoors; regular exposure to dirt, noise, and temperature and weather extremes.

Ability to work under stressful conditions, and problem solve.

Potential exposure to hazardous materials.

Exposure to: dirt in outdoor environment, potentially damp or rainy weather, noise from large groups of children and sound levels from performances and sound checks.

Electrical shock: Working with electronic equipment in varying weather conditions

Significant work pace pressure – working under strict time constraints and assisting handling emergency situations

Summary
Responsible for setting up, operating, and managing sound and lighting systems, assisting with artist equipment and parking, ensuring safety and emergency procedures, for the Rockford Park District's Music in the Parks program.

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