The Lighting and Sound Supervisor is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of all lighting and sound aspects for the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance, primarily focused on Theatre + Dance Program productions and associated spaces. This includes overseeing the lighting and sound labs/shop/storage areas during specified hours as determined by the University and the Department. These hours are currently specified as Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM, with the understanding that production needs will require evening and weekend work. Additionally, the supervisor will assist with and oversee recording and streaming select ensembles in the music program. Moreover, the position will supervise students in a lab setting within theatre productions, focusing on lighting and sound technologies and practices. The Supervisor will collaborate with the Lighting and Sound Designer, faculty, guest directors, and students to ensure lighting and sound designs are realized safely, efficiently, and to specifications. Key responsibilities include setting up and preparing work areas and performance spaces for lighting and sound; managing the load-in, hang, focus, programming, and strike of lighting and sound for all productions; attending and supporting technical rehearsals and performances as assigned; assigning duties to student workers and student assistants; establishing and prioritizing work schedules to meet production deadlines; checking and approving student work; and ensuring that all lighting and sound equipment, shops, and performance spaces are maintained in a safe, clean, and organized manner.



Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent education and experience that equates to a high school diploma

Experience:
Previous technical theatrical sound and lighting experience
Previous experience hanging and focusing sound/lighting equipment and basic rigging


CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website: https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/19620. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement.