Technical Production Assistant (Part-Time/Ops)

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida, and is a department of Florida State University. Learn more about The Ringling at https://ringling.org/employment.

The Technical Production Assistant will provide technical and production assistance for Art of Performance and On Screen productions; work with Production Manager to assist as production crew during load in, technical and dress rehearsals and performances/film screenings; assist artists/designers as much as possible on implementation of design; act as liaison between Production Manager and guest artists and rental productions to troubleshoot; communicate as needed with Box Office and Front of House for Historic Asolo Theater; act as production staff for evening and weekend productions in collaboration with Production Manager and Art Performance staff; and assist with development of annual production calendar.

• Run light board for dress rehearsal and performances.
• Read and interpret lighting plot and other drawings in association with the Production Manager.
• Cover basic stage management duties for engagements and events as needed.
• Operation of film projection system for testing and movie screenings.
• Maintenance and repair of conventional fixtures, scrollers and moving lights.
• Run a preshow check to make sure all equipment is working prior to performances and film screenings and troubleshoot as needed.
• Have basic programming knowledge of ETC GIO lighting console.
• Execute set build, load in and technical requirements as determined by Production Manager.
• Work with IATSE electric crew.

• Ability to work with projection equipment.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory and practices.
• High school diploma and 3 years of technical theater direct experience.
• Strong ability to work independently and time management skills.
• Ability to take lighting cues if stage manager isn’t present.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Production Manager.
• Detailed knowledge of lighting, current technologies, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Keeping the electrics shop clean and organized in order to keep the work environment productive.

• Bachelor's degree in technical theater

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Rate of Pay: Will range from $15 - $25 per hour based on education, skills, and experience of the selected candidate. Average of about 20 hours a week.

Working Hours: Must be able to work evenings, weekends, special events, or holidays.

• This is an OPS position.
• This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
• This position is based in Sarasota, FL.

For more information, technical assistance, or should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-358-2773 or [email protected].

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.