Head Electrician - Cirque Dreams Holidaze Tour

***Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.***

***As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.***

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Head Electrician – Cirque Dreams Holidaze Tour

Stage Lighting

Touring Position - this position requires 100% travel

Start Date: On or around 11/7/2024

End Date: On or around 12/29/2024

We are looking for our next Head Electrician technician to join VStar Entertainment Group’s Touring Theatrical Crew. The main objective of this role is to oversee and manage the show’s electrics department. This position would be responsible for supervising power, hanging lights, and light focus; setting up, controlling, and operating the lighting console FOH; conducting regular maintenance of all department equipment in an effort to maintain the artistic “look” of the event from performance and operational standpoints; and reflecting professionalism of the company and its equipment while adhering to Best Practice Safety Protocols. 

The​ Head Electrician​ will have the opportunity to: 

·       Operate the lighting and special effects system of the show to specification, making adjustments as warranted; 

·       Set up all prehung truss, intelligent light fixtures, DMX control systems, consoles, dimmers, and speciel effects devices; 

·       Strive to maintain the artistic “look” of the show from performance and operation standpoints; 

·       Troubleshoot lighting and rack equipment as directed, sometimes “on the fly” during performances;  

·       Call followspot cues if any; 

·       Focus show lighting, adjusting to each venue’s stage and house size; 

·       Maintain an up-to-date archive of labeled show disks from the lighting consoles; 

·       Observe safe wiring practices and maintain equipment, in accordance with industry standards for safe operations; 

·       Develop a thorough knowledge of all lighting department equipment specific to the production in order tooperate equipment safely; 

·       Based on skill set, be a member of the rig team and assist with making decisions on grid trussing placement;  

·       Participate in special projects including the installation of new electric and lighting show elements, and interdepartmental projects that include electric and lighting elements or other needs that may fall within the technician’s specialty as directed; 

·       Assist with the cross-training program to backup console operators and moving light repair technicians 

·       Act in a supervisory role for local crew in the construction and breakdown of all elements in electrics department; 

·       Function as a “hands on” working department head for show support staff, communicating and assessing problems with show equipment and providing possible solutions throughout tour; 

·       Responsible for continually seeking to improve efficiency of electrics department operation;  

·       Plan and implement maintenance procedures for elements pertaining to department, assessing maintenance needs and implement necessary steps to assure operational safety and integrity;  

·       Communicate maintenance needs and coordinate work call availability to tour management; 

·       Work with tour management to maintainelectrics department operation expenses; 

·       Perform assigned duties and responsibilities under minimal supervision, and recognize when assistance is required; 

·       Complete documentation of post-engagement operations reports in a timely fashion as assigned by management; 

·       Assist in directing local crews during load in and load out; 

·       Assist with loading and unloading of trailers and show assets; 

·       Assemble and disassemble all equipment associated with, but not limited to, the electrics department; 

·       Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls, special events, rehearsal/training, maintenance and show performances;   

·       Work with tour management to establish and maintain training and backup plans to ensure continuity of performance operations of the department in the event of unexpected failure of a system, component or piece of equipment;   

·       Coordinate with and provide support as needed for other departments, production management, artistic management, and show support staff during rehearsals, training, load-in, load-out, and performances to maintain safe and consistent tour operation;   

·       Assist with managing inventory of show supplies relevant to the electrics department, working with tour management to procure replacements and stock as needed;  

·       Create, update and accurately maintain cue sheets and show documentation, and participate in cue track rotation as directed;  

·       Ensure all electrics departmental designs, equipment, systems, functions, procedures, maintenance, and inspection logs, special projects, etc. are properly and adequately documented;   

·       Assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance routines and inspections – particularly life safety and show critical;  

·       Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training;  

·       Uphold responsibility for own professional standards of conduct, appearance, workmanship, and personal safety as set forth by VStar Entertainment with fellow tour members, outside vendors, local labor, and clients; 

·       Perform other work-related tasks and projects as assigned by tour management; 

What does it take for this role? The following hard skills are the basics of what’s needed to be successful in this position:  

·       Related experience, or combination of training and/or education in electrics as it relates to live performances; 

·       At least 1-3 years of previous experience in a leadership role for electrics in a similar or related environment; 

·       Ability to effectively train, develop and evaluate assigned staff; 

·       Familiarity with lighting programs on Obsidian, Hog4, GrandMA, or ETC Eos; 

·       Knowledge of rigging, hoists, and running motors; 

·       Ability to read and execute lighting plans; 

·       Familiarity withsoldering; 

·       Basic understanding of theatrical terms and directions; 

·       Ability to effectively navigate a crowded theatrical backstage work area during load ins, performances, and load outs; 

·       Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals;  

·       Ability to understand instructions in oral, written and diagram form in order to apply common sense to troubleshoot and solve problems;  

·       Willingness to work extensive and irregular work hours; early morning, afternoon, evening, late evening, weekend, and holidays is common;  

·       Experience with loading in and loading out in a theatrical setting preferred; 

·       Touring experience appreciated but not required; 

·       If required for position, be an active IATSE union member or willingness to join; 

·       Fluent in English, both written and spoken;  

·       If applicable for the tours travel schedule must be and remain in good standing with all proper authorities throughout the Services Period, including maintaining the validity of one’s passport and the ability to travel internationally;  

·       CDSEG employees travelling in countries where COVID-19 vaccination proofs are required will still need to comply with these requirements as a condition of employment;  

·       Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization;  

·       Able to pass a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education, and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law;   

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.