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Job Offer: TECHNICAL OPERATOR:Job description:Job detailsOrganisation Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts Closes 31 Oct 2021 Posted on 15 Oct 2021 Region Wellington Work type Contract, Fixed Term Work classification Technical Staff & Logistics ShareNovember2021 - April 2022.The2022 Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Artsis seeking twoTechnical Operators tooperateprojection, sound, and lightsfor thehigh-techlive practiceDestination Marscreated by Kip Chapman & BradKnewstubb(HACKMAN).The production takes place in a dome-like environment with the audience seated in a full circle at interactive consoles,and iscreated onthe Unreal Gaming Engineplatform.The 30-45-minute practiceruns multiple times a day between the hours of 10am and 6pm. The Operatorwill responsible for setting up and operatingall technicalelements, contribute to the smooth running of the production multiple times per day, complete everyday reports, and take responsibility for Health & Safety.Efficiency and capability to problem-solve when needed is key to make sure this schedule runs to time and with appropriate breaks. The function is Wellington-located,starting late November 2021 to April 2022andthe Operatorwill contractedto work four days on, four days offwithina pre-arranged schedule.This is a rare opportunity to have evenings free in the performing arts industry. You must be available to work all over the Christmas / New Year period. Keyresponsibilities » Sole operator for theprojection,sound,and lighting required to run the show.The show has been scoped for a single operator to run all cues required. » contactwith the Production Manager and work with the creative team to ensure the smooth running ofDestination Mars.; » Work alongside thekey creatives, performers, venueand suppliers to ensure slickdelivery of shows.; » Take responsibility for all Health and Safety issues in relation to the running ofDestination Mars, and reporting any accidents/incidentsin a timely manner.; » Ensure show reports are filled out at the end of every show day.; » Report all issues to Production Manager. Please note thatTechnical Operators will be in-world and visible by audience, thusrequiredto wear clothing provided that fits that world. candidates must have: » 2 years industry practice » practice operating Lighting/Audio/Vision for theatre shows » practice and in-depth expertise ofQlab » capability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly » practice withITnetworking » A collaborativeattitude It would be great to have: » First Aid certificate » EWP certificate » Previous practice working inTePapa » practice working with multi projector blends The key capabilities of the function are: Technical Proficiency Youare required toset-up andoperateprojection, sound, and lighting cues viaQLab. You should also be able to troubleshoot technical issues quickly. practice and in-depth expertise ofQLabis essential. Teamwork & Collaboration In ahigh-pressureenvironment,we rely on respectful relationships with each other.You will contribute to the team by working closely, constructively,creatively,and confidently, and be an active and effective communicator.Contractedperformersarealso on schedules of four days on - four days off. Reporting Accurate and intuitive reporting ofeach day's events - including technical, performance, and audience notes - isrequired.A template will be provided by theFestival. Professionalism& Patience Working on our festivals and events can be high-pressure but exciting. Being able to remain level-headed andjugglecompeting priorities in thisschedule-driven function is critical. Duringproduction week, work hoursmayvary day-to-day and can be long. During the season,the minimum number of performances is five, with twomore performancesavailable for sale if there is popular demand. Occasionalearly eveningperformances may berequiredasspecial eventsand communicated well in advance. Please visit our website for the full Job Description -www.festival.co.nz PLEASE NOTE It is highly likely that workers on liveeventswhere there is proximity to the publicwill be required to be vaccinated against Covid-19. Please consider thisrequirementwhenapplying for this function. Applications close 11.59pm Sunday31 October 2021. Links & Contact info: Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the ArtsDestination Mars How to submit the application: To apply, pleaseprovidea CV outlining your significant practice as well as a one-page cover letter whichdescribes how your qualities, expertise and practice meet the capabilities of the function. For any queries or tosubmityour application please emailDestination MarsProduction Manager Elliott Harriselliott.harris@tawhiri.nz Skills:
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