Entertainment Tech - Lighting

Overview

Position Summary This position is responsible for all aspects of entertainment lighting including drafting plots, doing load-ins, programming and operating a lighting console, doing load-outs, running a crew, being the dimmer tech/power person for shows & events, being a follow spot operator, lighting focus, and doing maintenance on all types of lighting and lighting equipment to be used for all events across property.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for loading in and loading out shows
Responsible for running the lighting crew for load-ins & load-outs when assigned as the role of Lighting Designer (LD) or Dimmer Tech/Power Person
Responsible for creating lighting plots
Configure and hang trusses and lighting equipment for shows and events
Set-up/Install portable dimmers, power distribution, data distribution, and monitor for proper operation
Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures
Operate lighting control systems
Design lighting for entertainment and special events
Build, maintain, and repair: Lighting fixtures/devices, cables and other entertainment electrical equipment
Set Up & Operate Follow Spots and RoboSpots
Secondary Duties And Responsibilities

Operate fork trucks, scissor lifts, and boom lifts
Casino Lighting Maintenance and Projects
Entertainment Lighting Installations around property
Assists with Entertainment production tasks, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education And Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent
OR Bachelors Degree with a focus on Theatrical or Entertainment Lighting
In lieu of a degree, three years of experience working with entertainment or theatrical lighting equipment, lighting consoles, and other related lighting systems may be considered
Knowledgeable in the operation of professional lighting equipment
Experience in Live Event, Theatrical, or Architectural lighting design
Knowledge of Vectorworks or other applicable CAD software
Knowledge of the GrandMA2/3 or any other applicable entertainment lighting consoles
Knowledge of temporary power & data distribution for entertainment lighting
Competencies

Good communication skills
Good organizational and multi-tasking skills
Good leadership skills
Ability to delegate tasks efficiently and effectively
Training Requirements

Knowledge of digital and computer-based lighting equipment
Knowledge of company specific hardware and software
Must be certified in the operation of fork trucks, motorized pallet jacks, scissor lifts and boom lifts
Physical Demands And Work Environment

Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend and climb for extended periods of time
Must be able to climb wire ladders to operate truss mounted follow spots
Must be able to climb wire ladders to focus lighting on trusses
Must be able to lift and move all necessary equipment up to 75 lbs.
Must be able to sit in front of a computer screen for extended periods of time
Must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions
Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with this job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes to the above job description whenever necessary.
Work Shift

Regular
Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. "Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.

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