Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Lighting Shop + Prep Supervisor assumes primary responsibility for managing everyday operations of all areas of the lighting team: inbound, outbound, prep, fixture/console testing, and firmware/software updates.
QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of this job while exercising independent judgment and discretion.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to relate to various groups of internal and external customers
- The ability to maintain confidentiality when necessary
- High level attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage and lead various departments by establishing goals and providing direction
- Advanced knowledge of signal flow principles
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively and efficiently
- Must be available by phone or email during off hours
- Must be computer literate with a willingness to improve knowledge base moving forward
- Familiar with the use of usual office machinery, timecard systems, and a security system
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Familiarity with moving lights, LED & lamp based sources, consoles, networking
- Familiarity with various markets of the live events industry – corporate, festivals, dry rentals
- Experience using hand tools and power tools
- Working knowledge of ERP systems
- Experience supervising, mentoring, and coaching employees
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Employee Supervision
- Supervise training of new hires in the Lighting Warehouse
- Provide employee coaching and resolve department and employee issues
Department Management
- Input into ERP software to accurately track, manage, and utilize company owned assets
- Ensure that equipment leaves the shop prepped at or above company standards, within the constraints of the client's specifications including the responsibility to meet client specific deadlines
- Coordinate the warehouse flow of inbound and outbound gear with other disciplines and other departments within the lighting team
- Develop and/or improve packaging of Clair lighting systems
- Collaborate on a regular basis with Clair lighting operations personnel
- Forecast lighting staffing and labor needs during peak seasons
- Ensure all lighting equipment gets tested, firmware checked/updated, and cleaned before transferring to another office or moving to prep the next show
- Continue to remain up-to-date on latest lighting technologies and standards within the live entertainment industry
- Manage sub rental inbound/outbound orders to ensure timely pickup and return of equipment
- Perform such other duties and functions as required from time to time
