Middle School Performing Arts Technical Manager

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Shape a future with meaning.

BRENTWOOD SCHOOL

Middle School Performing Arts Technical Manager

Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a full-time Middle School Performing Arts Technical Manager. We are looking for individuals with a degree in theater production or a related field who have experience working in an academic setting with Middle or Upper School students.  Experience working specifically in independent, public, private, or charter schools, is a plus.

  It is expected that a successful candidate would:

• Serve as the production manager, sound engineer, lighting and projection designer for the theater, dance, and music programs
• Assist faculty and administration with technology for presentations
• Train and supervise students in best practices for stage management, lighting production, and sound production while ensuring a safe and efficient execution of these elements
• Work closely with performing arts faculty and students on the execution of their designs
• Collaborate with faculty directors on their vision
• Maintain the performing arts facilities and equipment with the performing arts faculty
• Have knowledge of Vectorworks, Arkaos, Qlab, as well as ETC Ion lighting console and Shure wireless microphone system
• Utilize experience with electrical wiring, carpentry, and rigging to set lighting, sound, and video equipment
• Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs
• Create an environment that fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view
• Engage in professional and personal development and commit to growth in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Have working knowledge of set construction and basic carpentry skills
• Participate and initiate opportunities that demonstrate one's growth, knowledge, and skills
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Middle School Director or the Senior Administrative Team

We are looking for individuals with a degree in theater production or a related field who have experience working in an academic setting with Middle or Upper School students.  Experience working specifically in independent, public, private, or charter schools, is a plus.

In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal qualities:

• Strong collaboration and cross-cultural competency
• Commitment to equity and inclusion
• A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy
• Flexibility

The salary range for this position is based on annual $70,00 - $90,00 and will be prorated according to the period of time the candidate is employed in this role.

COVID vaccination will be required for this position unless candidate has a legally valid exemption.

 Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles. Information about our school may be found at www.bwscampus.com. Please submit a letter of interest and a resume to the contact person listed below. In your letter, highlight your education and experience specifically related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Jill Bergeron

Director of the Middle School

Email: jbergeron@bwscampus.com