The National Institute of Dramatic Art features a large range of performance venues, holding student productions, as well as internal and external events. The Technical Operations Department draws upon a team of reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking technicians to provide exceptional technical skills to the highest of their ability while delivering consistent and quality results. NIDA’s Technicians are engaged to perform a variety of tasks within our theatres across a large range of activities including, bump in and bump out of internal and external productions, operations of lighting and audio visual equipment, operation of counterweight fly systems and client/venue supervision. Other roles technicians perform throughout the year include repairs and maintenance, archival of productions and AV support.
The pay rate as a casual for working at NIDA on events within the Technical Operations Department range from $35.95 for general crew, to $40.25 for experienced operators and supervisors. These rates include the 25% casual loading, but exclude the 10.5% superannuation that is also paid.
Requirements
A valid Working With Children Check for NSW is essential. Having one or being willing to get one before commencement of work and to support and implement NIDA’s Child Safe Strategies is necessary to undertake this role.
Previous experience with at least one of the following is strongly desired:
Experience programing/operating ETC Eos Lighting Consoles
Experience programing/operating DLive/SQ5 Audio Consoles & QLab
Experience operating counterweight Fly Systems
Experience on the installation and operation of Production Archives
Experience Supervising Venues with external clients
Experience assisting with bump in and bump out activities
Holding a current and valid Forklift License
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How to apply
A brief cover letter addressing how your skills and experience relevant to the position and outline your general availability.
A short resume including at least two references who can comment on your professional entertainment industry experience.
Interviews
We will conduct interviews either by phone, zoom or face to face, depending on your availabilities. Please be aware that as a casual employee work is not guaranteed. It is neither regular nor consistent.
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact peopleandculture@nida.edu.au
More info and how to apply at https://www.nida.edu.au/about-nida/careers
