Head of Lighting Department Chi - Chicago, United States - Sound Investment AV

Sound Investment AV

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Lighting Department Head role at Sound Investment ensures that all components of the Lighting Department are operating in unison to meet and maintain a high level of service to SI's clients.

This role also manages the correct implementation and training of rigging systems and drafting through Vectorworks or other company-approved software standards.

This position reports directly to the Production Manager.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum eight years in a leadership role for live event lighting services
Comprehensive and undeniable effectiveness in all facets of lighting event production

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for all lighting and rigging systems oversight, design, implementation, and management
Review all lighting implementations and either approve or correct them as needed.
Mentor and train project management on Vectorworks best practices and help define and develop company standards.
Review and report on individual performance to the Production Manager
Solely responsible for lighting department hiring in warehouse and field, including fulltime staff and freelance
Actively onboard, mentor, and train new hires and existing staff
Responsible for all lighting tech scheduling, skills assessment, development, and disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Manage lighting department's company PTO and sick time based on company standard
Ensure all warehouse projects are scheduled in advance, necessary, and completed promptly
Work with subrent vendors to achieve the best pricing for the lighting department and help the project management team with the best equipment overhire practices.
Review and ensure lighting and rigging inventory system is correct, implement proper maintenance, provide ROI on inventory, and assist and consult departmental expenditures
Attend events to ensure company standards are met and to capitalize on training and mentoring opportunities
Execute limited highlevel events as Lighting Director and Rigging Supervisor
Project Manage events as needed

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Selfstarter that can thrive in both a corporate and startup type environment
Equipment and Personnel Management Experience
Corporate AV Lighting Specialization
Comprehensive and undeniable effectiveness on all facets of Lighting components in live event production

COMPENSATION
A comprehensive compensation package including salary, commissions, medical and dental insurance, vacation and holidays will be offered.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION
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