Job Descriptions

EVENTS CREW CHIEF

JOB DESCRIPTION

General summary
The Events Crew Chief has primary responsibility for any preproduction work required and for overseeing the crews and installation on all assigned 4Wall Entertainment jobs, which requires excellent organizational skills and providing the very best customer service.  

Responsibilities of Position: Duties include but are not limited to:

Organizational Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate per 4Wall quality standards in all work activities
• Represent 4Wall in a professional manner while on the road or at events

Personal Responsibilities

• Providing support to 4Wall clients as required per the show
• When not working on a show, will be responsible for providing client support on shows, which may include reading and/or creating CAD designs, show prep, rehearsal management, participating in conference calls, etc. 
• Staffing/scheduling the show with lighting techs and labor, as required and within budget  
• Overseeing the installation of the assigned job and ensuring it is done in an efficient and safe manner that meets 4Wall quality standards
• Maintaining gear lists to ensure that all specifications and requirements are met.  
• Working independently without supervision as a seamless part of the client’s team. 
• Performs all other duties as assigned. 

Key Requirements

• Previous experience as a Lead Technician, programmer, and/ crew chief.    
• Understanding and knowledge of theatrical lighting, staging, rigging, and entertainment equipment is required. 
• Experience in entertainment lighting industry is required.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must have good computer skills and take a proactive approach to troubleshooting and repair

Physical Requirements

When on a show, the job duties and tasks of this position require the employee to regularly stand and walk. Regular use of computer monitors and a keyboard/mouse will be required. The employee must regularly push, pull, bend, climb, reach, twist, and kneel as well as lift and/or move 75-100 pounds. Other physical requirements of the job include communication and visual acuity such as close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Generally, the employee will not be in a temperature-controlled work environment and may experience temperature variations due to local weather conditions.

Availability

• Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends, as required.

Position Location and/or Territory and Travel

• Position will require travel frequently. 

Position Type

• Full-Time/Regular
• Based on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), management has analyzed this position and determined it to be exempt due to the Administrative Exemption.