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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Assistant Staging and Rigging Supervisor in Austin, Texas
Event Production: Advise, supervise, and participate in load-ins, set-ups, strikes, and load outs for assigned productions. As assigned, function as a staging and rigging system designer, department head, technician, programmer, or operator as required. Setup and operate staging/rigging equipment in ancillary spaces when required. Oversee architectural or environmental staging and rigging effects beyond the stage when required. Demonstrate a backstage work ethic of proficiency, safety, excellence, and creative problem-solving.Facilities and Equipment: Maintain staging, rigging, soft goods, counterweight systems, lifting equipment, and stage elevator equipment and systems throughout the facility at peak operating levels, including acting as the lead on equipment and systems as assigned. Support the Staging and Rigging Supervisor to ensure that staging, rigging, soft goods, counterweight systems, lifting equipment, and stage elevator systems conform to required specifications. Regularly inspect and advise on system status and repair or maintenance needs. Evaluate and adopt new systems and technology throughout TPAs operations. Maintain, track, and document changes to the equipment inventory and system information. Planning and Management: As assigned, work in concert with other production department team members to create the highest level of production quality for all Texas Performing Arts events. Effectively and diplomatically coordinate with visiting productions, staff, and other stakeholders. Use departmental databases and other systems to effectively share planning, cost, and schedule information. Create and maintain clear and accurate schedules, paperwork, and plans for staging and rigging aspects of productions. Coordinate with vendors on the purchase or rental of equipment as necessary. Advise on the status of expendable supplies for the staging and rigging department. Obtain quotes and participate in bidding processes as assigned. Anticipate and proactively correct potential production conflicts and problems. Create, track, and reconcile lighting department and event budgets for assigned events. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of historical, current, and emerging industry practices.Leadership and Training: Support the Staging and Rigging Supervisor in identifying, recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating part-time staff and student personnel. Assist the Staging and Rigging Supervisor in the direction of labor vendor employees and other contractors. Maintain and directly contribute to a production culture of mentorship, experiential learning, and professional experience for students at UT and in the greater Austin area. Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures regarding students, employees, and contractors.
