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Chautauqua Institution · 12 hours ago

Program Production Crew - MSFO Supervisor (Production)/Seasonal Employment

Chautauqua, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$18/hr - $22/hr

Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue and arts engagement. They are seeking a Program Production Crew Supervisor to coordinate technical and logistical support for various events, ensuring seamless execution and maintenance of production operations.

CommunitiesCreative AgencyEducationEventsNon ProfitPerforming ArtsTraining

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Program Production Manager to ensure all scheduled events receive the necessary technical and logistical support for timely and seamless execution within assigned CI venues

Plan and manage the allocation of equipment and technical resources and execute the physical layout of rehearsal/performance spaces, including chairs, stands, and large instruments (pianos, harps, percussion)

Knowledge of percussion instruments in preferred but not required

Move, stage, and organize equipment as assigned, performing additional manual labor tasks as needed to support production operations

Oversee instrument/equipment transport, manage inventory, and ensure necessary spare parts are available. May be necessary to drive a company vehicle

Provide exceptional Stage Management support for chamber music recitals and Music Student Festival Orchestra (MSFO) performances to ensure professional event execution

Communicates via radio/wireless headset with other staff members to ensure smooth operations during performances

Provide general maintenance of assigned facilities. Including cleaning, checking inventory, organization, and preventive maintenance

Ensure adherence to safety procedures and best practices, promoting a safe working environment for crew, performers, and patrons

Foster positive, professional communication with crew members, performers, presenters, patrons, and staff to support smooth event operations and an excellent overall experience

Qualification

Stage ManagementTechnical SupportEquipment ManagementSafety ProceduresPercussion InstrumentsCommunication Skills

Required

Coordinate with the Program Production Manager to ensure all scheduled events receive the necessary technical and logistical support for timely and seamless execution within assigned CI venues

Move, stage, and organize equipment as assigned, performing additional manual labor tasks as needed to support production operations

Oversee instrument/equipment transport, manage inventory, and ensure necessary spare parts are available

Provide exceptional Stage Management support for chamber music recitals and Music Student Festival Orchestra (MSFO) performances to ensure professional event execution

Communicates via radio/wireless headset with other staff members to ensure smooth operations during performances

Provide general maintenance of assigned facilities. Including cleaning, checking inventory, organization, and preventive maintenance

Ensure adherence to safety procedures and best practices, promoting a safe working environment for crew, performers, and patrons

Foster positive, professional communication with crew members, performers, presenters, patrons, and staff to support smooth event operations and an excellent overall experience

Preferred

Knowledge of percussion instruments in preferred but not required

Benefits

Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

$500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work.