Job Title: Production Electrician – Harry Potter™: A Hogwarts Express Adventure

Division: Rail Events Productions

Branch/Division: Season (900)/Design Staff (35)

Reports To: Director of Production & Production Managers

Type of position: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Employee Classification: Seasonal

Compensation: $28/hr

Job Summary: The Production Electrician works with the Lighting Designer and production team during preproduction and all event load-ins to design and install all lighting systems in accordance railroad safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the Lighting Designer, Production Managers, and production staff to oversee prep, install, and maintenance of lighting systems
• Support and train the local crew operators and production team throughout the run of the event in the case of system problems or necessary troubleshooting
• Create all necessary documentation for onsite electrics crews to load in lighting equipment
• Specify and plan all necessary details of the lighting design to create a working system
• Oversee all shop prep of lighting equipment
• Oversee one or more Assistant Production Electricians who will provide support at load-in of events
• Be available throughout the run of events to answer questions and supervise the operation of lighting systems
• Work with the production staff during load out to see that event space is returned appropriately
• Responsible for seeing that the lighting systems are maintained with artistic integrity through the event
• Work with the production staff during technical rehearsals to incorporate last minute changes
• Communicates regularly with REP staff with regards to creative and practical ideas and decisions as well as project statuses
• Become knowledgeable with all of the REP policies and procedures as well as the REP-owned assets and equipment
• Become familiar with railroad safety rules
• Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff and guests
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Skill & Work Experience Requirements

• Experience as a theatrical technician, specifically a Production Electrician
• Experience with ETC EOS software and consoles
• Experience with wireless DMX
• Ability to work alongside the production staff as a team member in an ever-changing environment
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation and attention to detail as well as excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize and solve practical problems and resolve issues
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form

Work Environment

• Domestic travel
• Evening and weekend work
• Fast-paced work environment
• Frequent long intervals of walking, standing, bending, and lifting

What’s in it for you?

• Join the cast and crew of a one-of-a-kind Broadway-stye performance on a moving train 
• Amazing opportunity for folks starting out in their theater career
• Serve others and create a world of make believe and magic
• Great industry pay and a chance to build upon your theater network and make lifelong connections
• Enrich and positively impact the holiday experience for all – big and small
• Be part of an inclusive team in a supportive environment with high expectations for self and your fellow teammates
• Catered meals for 5-show days
• Comp tickets for your friends and family
• Potential for end of season bonus 

Working on Harry Potter™: A Hogwarts Express Adventure is unlike anything you will ever do. This immersive experience is entirely unique to Rail Events Productions. The challenge of producing a full-length production on a moving train is one of the most rewarding experiences as an artist or technician. With a total cast and crew of 40-50 people onsite every day and the possibility of over 2,000 guests, our days can be chaotic. With such a fast-paced environment, the team at Rail Events Productions takes care to properly support and teach everyone the best ways to accomplish their jobs. We strive to build a space where employees are safe and encouraged to grow throughout their time with the company. Knowing we work long days throughout our season we do our best to support our local teams through the busy schedule that is our holiday season.

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