[Usittne] job openings from the Southwest region

Sun Aug 5 16:53:30 EDT 2007

Hi all,
There are some job openings from the Southwest region.  Please share. 
Crystal

Assistant Theater Technical Supervisor
City of Mesa
Mesa, AZ
ASSISTANT THEATER TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR
$43,846 - $59,114 Annually

Duties:

A Mesa Arts Center (MAC) Assistant Theater Technical Supervisor is
responsible for 
assisting the MAC Theater Technical Supervisor in all aspects of
backstage operations to 
ensure safety of performers and crew. This includes conducting
periodic safety inspections 
and inventory of facilities and equipment.

The Assistant Theater Technical Supervisor also coordinates and
advances performances and 
events while ensuring all technical and logistical needs are properly
attended to. Other 
duties include supervising and participating in the rigging and strike
of theatrical 
lighting, sound and overall stage set up for a variety of productions
and events 
including: touring and local theatrical productions, symphonies,
operas, dance companies, 
civic light opera, touring pop shows, recitals, country western, big
band, rock and roll, 
and other presentations and productions.

As required, the MAC Assistant Theater Technical Supervisor inspects,
tests, and modifies 
all equipment prior to performance to ensure compliance with all
health and safety codes; 
consults with performers, their representatives and staff on problems
or issues related to 
equipment functions and makes necessary modifications to achieve
desired results; 
assembles or constructs devices to achieve special effects; conducts
and participates in 
professional and safety training sessions; oversees activities and
event set up and 
operation on the Shadow walk and the various performance spaces
throughout the Mesa Arts 
Center. This position will require working irregular hours, evenings,
and weekends. 

Requirements:

Requires any combination of training, education, and experience
equivalent to graduation 
from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree in
Theater, Technical 
Theater, or related field with good (1 - 3 years) experience related
to technical systems 
used in support of stage productions and related events. Six (6)
months supervisory 
experience and experience working closely with non profit resident
companies is preferred. 
Must possess a valid Arizona Drivers License by hire date.

Mesa offers a competitive benefits package. A CITY OF MESA APPLICATION
IS REQUIRED. 
Applications will be available as of the opening date of 7/30/07.
Apply by 8/17/07. 
Applications, supplements & more information about the City of Mesa
are available at: 
www.cityofmesa.org/jobs or apply to:

City of Mesa Personnel
20 E. Main St.
P.O. Box 1466
Mesa, AZ 85211-1466

City of Mesa respects, values & welcomes diversity in our workforce.
To this end, we 
encourage all interested people to apply.

Production Director
Ballet Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona

The Technical Director/Production Manager oversees and ensures the
successful operations 
of the Production Department, including oversight and maintenance of
the physical quality 
of each Ballet production and presentation, budgeting, payroll, and
financial management 
of all production departments, production maintenance and
construction, and management of 
stage and production personnel. For a detailed job description, please
visit 
www.balletaz.org.

Business Manager
Stage Technologies Inc
Las Vegas, Nevada

Stage Technologies offers engineering solutions and automation
technology to the 
entertainment industry worldwide. The USA subsidiary, Stage
Technologies Inc (STI) has 
been established since 2004 and is growing rapidly to service
customers throughout the 
USA. We now wish to create a new role of Business Manager to support
the CEO, employees 
and a growing number of projects.

The Business Manager will be based in the Las Vegas office and will be
involved in the 
operational activities of STI, providing sales support and ensuring
that all legal and 
financial obligations are met and that procedures and policies are
maintained in line with 
those of the parent company and global organization. The role will
require the 
maintenance, development and implementation of systems to improve
communication, 
efficiency and profitability within the organization.

Candidates will ideally have a Master's degree or equivalent with a
proven track-record in 
management and experience in a high pressure commercial environment.
Strong IT, 
organizational and communication skills are required. Candidates must
have proven right to 
work in the USA. Relevant management experience in a production or
project management 
environment would be an advantage and an interest in the performing
arts would be 
beneficial. Please send your resume to karen.stone at stagetech.com. 

AV Concepts in Tempe is looking for P/T warehouse assistance. Concepts
provides equipment to City of Phoenix Convention Center and many other
locations regionally. If you know anyone who might be interested
contact fran at avconcepts.com

Herberger Theater is in need of a receptionist. Please contact Randy
Levine at rlevine at HerbergerTheater.org

House Manager - Phoenix Theatre seeks a friendly, responsible, people
oriented House Manager to manage patrons and ushers during performances
of our 87th theatrical season. Qualified candidates must possess
excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Job duties include
leadership of volunteers and staff, tracking of ticket and concession
sales, and managing the upkeep and atmosphere of the theatre lobby.
Superb customer services skills combined with a positive attitude are a
must. Please send resume and cover letter to: Marquita Beachy at
m.beachy @phoenixtheatre.com

Patron Services Associate - Phoenix Theatre seeks a self-motivated,
highly organized full time Patron Services Associate. Candidates must
have outstanding customer service abilities, communication, cash &
credit card handling, supervisory and problem solving skills. A positive
and friendly attitude is required! Candidates must also be computer
literate and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
1+ years of sales experience required. Please send resume and cover
letter to: Marquita Beachy at m.beachy @phoenixtheatre.com

Usher Volunteers - Phoenix Theatre is seeking usher volunteers for our
exciting 87th season! If you enjoy theatre and people, come help
Arizona's longest running arts organization and see some excellent
theatre at the same time! Volunteers help with scanning tickets, seating
patrons, serving concessions, and other duties needed during our
performances. Ushers also receive complementary tickets to our shows!
Contact Barb Mark, Assistant Patron Services Manager and Usher
Coordinator, at b.mark at phoenixtheatre.com or by calling 602-889-5287.

Patron Services Manager - Phoenix Theatre, Phoenix's oldest and largest
professional resident theatre company, seeks a self-motivated, highly
organized Patron Services Manager. The successful candidate will work
with the entire staff to ensure the smooth operation and management of
all box office, front of house and concessions operations. The
incumbent will be in a leadership position with responsibilities
including management of all ticket sales and concessions revenue,
reconciling daily activity, preparing deposits, preparing and editing
sales reports, staffing all patron services departments and managing
said staff, coordination and maintenance of the Patron's Edge software,
day-to-day management for all assigned areas, assisting administrative
staff with fundraising events and audience development and ensuring that
our patrons have the best possible experience in all of their
interactions. Candidates must be fun, positive, have strong supervisory
leadership, communication, scheduling, and time management skills and
the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; proven customer service
background, preferably in the arts; excellent written and verbal
communications skills; basic accounting and strong computer skills.
Knowledge of computerized ticketing systems, preferably Patron's Edge,
is a plus. Position requires flexible shifts including nights and
weekends. Please send resume and cover letter to: Marquita Beachy at
m.beachy @phoenixtheatre.com

Fran Sutherland
Secretary 
Desert State U.S.I.T.T.
www.usitt.org/sections/desertstate/

Crystal Tiala
tiala at mindspring.com
EarthLink Revolves Around You.
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