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On-Call Projections Technician – New Production Hawai'i – Resident Shows

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Sept 2024
💰 $40,000/yr($30,000/yr$40,000/yr)

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***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.***
______________________________________On-Call Projection Technician – Hawai’i – Resident Shows DivisionOn-Call Position This position is for a new creation that will be housed in the Outrigger Hotel in Waikiki Hawai’i. The show is planning for a late fall opening with load-in and creation through spring and summer 2024. Please note that there may be exceptional delays in this recruitment process as these positions will be staffed gradually. We thank you for your understanding. The On-Call Projection Technician is responsible for working as part of the technical team to install, maintain, and operate projection equipment in a safe and consistent manner and providing all other supporting services. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively work with all business contacts for cross-departmental support or related projects that involve Projection elements.  The On-Call Projection Technician will: -          Work with technical management, artistic staff and stage management staff to support their needs during rehearsals, trainings and performances;-          Run department cue tracks, consoles and cameras for performances, artistic training and maintenance;-          Maintain cue track documentation and participate in cue track rotation;-          Assist with the set up and maintain complex systems consisting of multiple computers, consoles, media servers, projectors, LED, cameras, networks, and other stage related equipment;-          Develop a thorough knowledge of department equipment specific to the production, to operate and maintain equipment safely; -          Ensure all departmental designs, equipment, systems, functions, procedures, show tracks, maintenance and inspections logs, special projects, etc. are properly and adequately documented;-          Work with technical management to establish and maintain training and backup plans to ensure continuity of performance operations in the event of unexpected failure of a system, component or piece of equipment;-          Participate in special projects, including the construction and installation of new show elements, and other projects that may fall within the department’s specialty, as directed; Maintain flexible schedule for such projects; -          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; -          Contribute to a safe and positive working environment at all times by adhering to and following all Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group standards, values, policies and regulations pertaining to safety using equipment and established working methods;-          Assist other departments when necessary for cross-departmental support;-          Complete all other job-related duties as assigned.  The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:-          At least one year of previous experience operating and maintaining projection systems, LED, and Media Servers in a large-scale theatrical or concert production;-          Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including Ethernet and wireless technology (TCIP/IP, UDP, Switches, Firewalls.);-          Comprehension of basic principles of AC/DC electricity, basic electronics, MIDI and DMX; -          Working knowledge of digital test equipment for troubleshooting and repairs; -          Previous experience working with Hardware and software Video Recording, Editing, and Compression; Programming, operating and maintaining industry Media Server Playback systems and using their affiliated hardware and software an asset;-          Technologies such as DVI, HDMI, Fiber Optics and Computer RAID Systems; Large format digital video projector hardware, setup and calibration;-          Knowledge in LED set up, programming and troubleshooting.-          Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Final Cut Pro X, Premier, After Effects,  Motion, or other industry standard editing packages;  -          Working knowledge of Vectorworks an asset;-          Ability to operate or train to operate various lifts and heavy equipment like forklifts;-          Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts;-          Profess

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