Head Electrician (Touring)

Reports To: Production Manager / Technical Director

Show: Miracle on 34th St.

Summary:
The Head Electrician oversees all lighting, power distribution, and practical electrics on tour. This role supervises the lighting department, manages local crews during load-in and load-out, and ensures consistent execution of the lighting design across venues.

Responsibilities:

Lead lighting load-in, focus, maintenance, and strike in each city.

Supervise Assistant Electrician and direct local stagehands.

Maintain and troubleshoot lighting systems and effects on tour.

Ensure safe and consistent power distribution in each venue.

Collaborate with designers, stage management, and other departments.

Manage touring lighting inventory, equipment, and expendables.

Qualifications:

Touring or regional theatre electrics experience required.

Proficiency with lighting systems, dimming, and power distribution.

Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills.

Knowledge of stage electrics safety standards.

Comfortable with long/irregular hours while traveling.

Contract Details:

Schedule:
Tech/Rehearsals: November 13+ndash;23 +mdash; Rochester, NY

Performances:

November 28+ndash;30 +mdash; New Haven, CT

December 3+ndash;7 +mdash; Potential show (TBD)

December 8+ndash;14 +mdash; Bethlehem, PA

December 16+ndash;18 +mdash; Detroit, MI

December 21+ndash;22 +mdash; Wilmington, DE

December 26+ndash;28 +mdash; Tyson, VA

December 29+ndash;January 4 +mdash; Syracuse, NY

Compensation: $1,000+ndash;$1,200/week DOE + $45/day per diem

Housing and travel provided.

This tour is expected to expand and rerun next year, offering potential year-over-year employment opportunities.

How to Apply:
Please email your resume, a short note of interest (in the body of the email is fine), and three references to the Production Manager at email above. Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled.