Production Coordinator - 10m

Kutztown Univ - HR   Kutztown, PA   Full-time     Manufacturing / Production / Operations
Posted on May 13, 2023
Job Summary

KU Presents! is looking to hire a FT 10-month Production Coordinator. This position will be a permanent position eligible for FT benefits, and will have a flexible schedule, based on events from mid-August through mid- June.

Reporting to the Director of KU Presents!, the Production Coordinator is responsible for preparing and implementing the technical services and staffing requirements for internal and external events held in Schaeffer Auditorium and Schaeffer Little Theater. Will help or assist, when feasible, for special events in Georgian Room and the new Wells-Rapp Center for Mallet Percussion Research. Additionally, the Production Coordinator will assist the Athletics Facilities with basic maintenance of their on-campus public address systems, as able to within schedule of events. (As a note of clarity, the Production Coordinator will not be responsible for purchasing, scheduling, staffing or the general operations thereof for the Athletics public address systems, nor be responsible for technical services at Athletics events.)

Minimum Qualifications
  • Three years of professional experience with a venue or touring company, in a technical or production management role.
  • Knowledge of basic principles and practice in theatrical audio and lighting design for theater, dance and concerts.
  • Knowledge of basic safety measures and use of a counterweight rigging systems.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Technical Theater or related field, OR minimum five years of experience working in production management.
  • Experience with digital audio consoles, microphone setup for vocal and instrumental performances, and digital audio distribution systems.
  • Knowledge of basic principles in electrical theory, ETC EOS family of lighting consoles, and networked lighting control systems.
  • Knowledge of chain motor entertainment rigging, and fall protection.
  • Previous experience coordinating the production and technical aspects of events in a rental/touring venue or for a professional touring musician, group or show.
Supplemental Information

Applications & Resumes will be accepted until position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than end of day April 30, 2023.

The anticipated starting salary for this position is $38,350 - $44,700, commensurate with experience and skills.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.

Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.

Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the University's Title IX Coordinator located in the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.

The anticipated starting salary is based on the current applicable CBA or Management pay scale, depending on the job classification.
Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

Both Kutztown University and the PA State System of Higher Education are very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.

Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the University’s Title IX Coordinator located in the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov.


Kutztown Univ - HR

Kutztown , PA