Responsibilities
1. Operate and maintain the lighting board. Position, focus and patch lighting rigs.
2. Operate and maintain the soundboard and all audio equipment.
3. Provide lighting, sound and stage management for all school events, including exam-based productions.
4. Responsible for the preparation of rooms for classes, meetings, conferences, and concerts, as directed by the Head of Theatre and Head of Music, including setting up audio-visual equipment and assisting with the smooth running of such events as required.
5. Provide AV support in the core performance spaces e.g. Atrium and MPR for all ESC events (shows, concerts, assemblies, meetings, presentations etc).
6. Responsible for the editing/transfer/storage of video and audio files associated with performances/exams/classroom.
7. Organise the storage of resources and maintain inventories.
8. Responsible for Health & Safety monitoring of all performance spaces.
9. Keep teaching and performance spaces clear and in good working order.
10. Manage the performance space bookings.
11. The Performing Arts Technician will provide technical assistance and support during events as requested or as needed.
12. Daily upkeep and maintenance of performance space (lighting, sound, projection and recording) equipment and systems.
13. Liaise with the maintenance department to ensure that all aspects of the performance spaces are maintained (AC, power, furniture etc).
14. Attend briefings, planning, and training sessions that pertain to performance spaces and associated AV equipment.
15. Troubleshooting AV equipment when there are technical questions or problems related to AV equipment and identifying appropriate solutions.
16. Track and continuously monitor, store, and maintain all Performing Arts assets at the ESC.
17. Any other duties required by the Head of Theatre or Head of Music to support the smooth running of the Performing Arts.
