Career Opportunities

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Theatre Special Event Technician supports the theatre technical area in the operation and coordination of special events and rentals of theatre department facilities on an "on call" or "as needed" basis. The incumbent interacts with CSUN and outside community producers on a wide variety of events that can include theatre, dance, and vocal performances, film, and guest speaker events.

• Works to ensure a safe working environment and successful completion of events.
• Provides audio setup and runs various sound boards and provides lighting setup (hang and focus) and runs various lighting boards.
• Supervises use of Theatre Department spaces (locking/unlocking, granting access as needed) and utilizes a counterweight rigging system.
• Works with stationary, power, and hand tools (used in woodworking) as required. Interprets and utilizes technical drawings/ designs and provides front of house operations and audience management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Equivalent of one to two years experience working for a theater, repertory, or stock company performing duties in lighting, sound, and projections, stage rigging and set construction, or related work.
• Bachelor's degree in Theatre, the Fine Arts, or a related field is preferred.
• LICENSE: Valid California Driver's License is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• General knowledge of basic electrical theory and working knowledge of lighting and/or sound effects. Working knowledge of safety requirements and standards related to stage and set construction, lighting, and stage operations. 
• Working knowledge of design principles and the ability to translate design specifications, blueprints, or drawings into applicable costume, scenery, lighting and sound production. A foundation knowledge of applicable software packages for applicable production specialty and ability to use standard features.
• Ability to identify and appropriate materials and supplies needed for projects and manage materials budgets for production specialty and specific projects. Ability to assist in the training and supervision of students involved in productions.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Classification: Performing Arts Tech / 0840  / grade 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $21.95 - $26.00 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $21.95 - $39.71 per hour.
• HOURS: Intermittent, on-call; hours and schedule vary.
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.

General Information

• Applications are currently being accepted to establish a Performing Arts Tech POOL. Applications for these on-call positions will be accepted on a continuing basis through June 30, 2025 or until an adequate amount of applications have been received.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.