Lighting Director

Description

Position:                  Lighting Director

Department:            Production/Lighting

Reports To:              Director of Production

Status:                      Full-Time, Seasonal, Exempt

Compensation:       $850-$900 Weekly

Deadline to Apply:  June 1, 2022

Milwaukee Repertory Theater is currently seeking applicants for the position of Lighting Director.  Our mission is to ignite positive change in the cultural, social, and economic vitality of our community by creating world-class theater experiences that entertain, provoke, and inspire meaningful dialogue among an audience representative of Milwaukee’s rich diversity. It is important that our hiring practices reflect this commitment to diversity and we strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. We are further committed to considering applicants who are well-rounded but do not fulfill every qualification. 

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Lighting Director is responsible for the leadership and administration of the lighting department and associated personnel. They will evaluate, budget, and prepare the lighting designs for all Milwaukee Rep productions and events. The Lighting Director is part of a collaborative team that includes directors, designers, technicians, stage managers and the other production area heads. The primary role of the Lighting & Video Director at the Milwaukee Rep is to serve as a liaison between the lighting designers, the artistic staff, the crew members, and all other production areas.

Other major duties and responsibilities include:

• Prepare, budget and coordinate installation of all lighting designs in the Quadracci Powerhouse, Stiemke Studio Theater, and Stackner Cabaret. 
• Coordinate with Resident Crew in the QPH, STM, and STK to facilitate quick and efficient changeovers from one production to the next
• Communicate all artistic needs from lighting designers to other production departments 
• Collaborate on SFX needs for productions in conjunction with other departments
• Purchase and maintain inventories for all lighting equipment expendables 
• Collaborate with designers to find solutions for production design challenges and ensure the feasibility of their design 
• Prepare and maintain lighting needs for rehearsal halls 
• Prep lighting equipment, coordinate lighting installation and supervise electrics crew for A Christmas Carol at the Pabst Theater. 
• Maintain all lighting documentation for all three theatres
• Work with the Director of Production to create the lighting budgets for future seasons
• Facilitate shipping and receiving of lighting and video equipment rental/repair 
• Manage and track all lighting department budget lines
• Ensure that productions adhere to all Equity rules regarding atmospherics
• Stay current in all lighting technologies, techniques, and practices
• Participate in development, education, and outreach events as time permits
• Attend technical rehearsals, previews, and production meetings as needed 
• Contribute to the training of Emerging Professional Residents
• Actively participate in creating a clean, safe, and healthy work environment. 
• Other duties as assigned

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time, exempt, seasonal position that typically runs August to June with exact dates depending on season calendar. For the 2022/23 season, the planned dates of employment are July 25th, 2022 to June 4th, 2023. Start date is negotiable for the right candidate. 

BENEFITS OFFERED:

Employee Benefits

• Health Insurance - 100% employer paid premium for individual employee
• Dental Insurance - 100% employer paid premium for individual employee
• Health Savings Account - $50 per paycheck employer contribution to HSA
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Employee Medical Leave
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with automatic employer contributions after 3 years of service
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Paid Time Off Package

• Paid Seasonal/Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays

Transportation

• Discounted pre-tax monthly garage parking
• Pre-tax savings on monthly bus passes

Complimentary & Discounted Tickets

• To Milwaukee Rep productions

Other Employee Perks

• Discounts to Milwaukee Rep Adult Training Classes
• Health Plan Sponsored Wellness Program 
• Milwaukee Rep merchandise discount

ABOUT MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATER: 

Milwaukee Rep is the largest performing arts organization in Wisconsin welcoming 300,000 people at 700 performances of 15 productions a season at the Patty & Jay Baker Theater Complex featuring three unique performance venues – the Quadracci Powerhouse, Stiemke Studio and Stackner Cabaret. For over six decades, Milwaukee Rep has been a centerpiece of Milwaukee’s vibrant arts and cultural scene with productions ranging from Broadway musicals to Shakespeare to American Classics and New Works that are entertaining, inclusive and impactful. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman, Milwaukee Rep ignites positive change in the cultural, social and economic vitality of our community by creating world-class theater experiences that entertain, provoke, and inspire meaningful dialogue among an audience representative of Milwaukee’s rich diversity. Every season requires a team of dedicated, passionate and skilled people. Whether it be a 30 year veteran employee or one who’s never experienced a Milwaukee winter before, everyone shares a common sense of purpose and determination that enables us to bring world-class theater to the stage. Season after season, our accomplished team never ceases to amaze! 

To read more about Milwaukee Repertory Theater, please visit: www.MilwaukeeRep.com 

To read more about Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion, including our ED&I Vision of Success, please Click Here

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit online application, resume and cover letter detailing why you are the best candidate for the position, Attn to: Jared Clarkin, Director of Production.

The deadline to apply is June 1, 2022. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter until the position is filled. In order to maintain an equitable process, everyone must apply online. Any candidate who requires different accommodations to submit an online application should contact ehill@milwaukeerep.com

Requirements

Technical Knowledge and Experience: Qualified candidates will have a work history that demonstrates their ability to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities required of the position including the ability to generate, read and interpret working technical drawings, along with the following: 

• Three (3) years experience with lighting design or electrics 
• Two (2) years in leadership capacity, with proven leadership ability
• Ability to generate and edit drawings in Vectorworks and create paperwork using Lightwright
• College degree preferred but not required

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues; all while exhibiting grace and good humor under pressure
• Capacity to solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually and in a group environment, while being able to accept and incorporate feedback
• Knowledge of the artistic process and excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills
• Understanding of historical and institutional racism in the American theatre and/or a willingness to commit to learning and to the mission, vision, and values of the theater in areas of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts both in the workplace and in our community
• Well-developed communication, organization, and research skills

Additional Requirements:  

• Available to work nights and weekends as required 
• Physical requirements include: ability to lift 30 pounds unassisted, climb stairs, color/close vision, discern fine detail, and on occasion bending, lifting, standing, and brisk walking
• Ability to pass a background check in accordance with state and/or federal laws 
• Milwaukee Rep has a mandated vaccine policy and requires all employees to submit proof of vaccination (and booster if medically eligible) for COVID-19 OR documentation for a medical or religious exemption before the first day or work. Requests for exemption will be reviewed to determine if an accommodation can be made