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Head of Audio and Video, Brooklyn Academy of Music
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi-disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.
BAM is seeking a Head of Audio and Video to work in the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House. The successful candidate for this position will be a strong leader that can work successfully with other members of a large team. This position requires an exceptional work ethic and significant theatrical experience in audio and video to support BAM’s presented and produced works. This position requires excellent communication to work successfully with other members of the crew, production staff and visiting companies.
This position’s contracted work begins September 2, 2025.
Some Responsibilities
Collaborate with all theatrical departments and production management to support artists and companies in presenting cutting-edge, internationally renowned performances and art.
Responsible for performing and supervising properties department operations and maintenance in the Opera House as a working member of the crew.
Lead, assign and supervise audio and when necessary, video crews performing diverse tasks while simultaneously performing his/her own work assignments.
Load in, set up, manage all audio and video equipment for events and performances.
Identify crewing needs for productions, events and maintenance in conjunction with BAM Production Staff and the Crew Chief. Evaluate potential crew qualifications and ensure crew members are qualified and match their competencies to position requirements.
Work with Crew Chief and BAM Production Staff to ensure the crew consists of a diverse and equitable workforce
Enforce standards of operation in audio and video that are safe for both personnel and equipment.
Collaborate with BAM and Visiting Company Production Staff with advance planning for shows and events by reviewing and interpreting sound plans, input lists, signal flow, cue sheets and more.
Create all necessary paperwork based on the above information including equipment purchases, running lists and expendables for department.
Represent the Audio and Video Department in production meetings.
Rate: $56.08 hourly. Apply here.
Director of Production, Global Arts Live
Global Arts Live is a nonprofit arts presenter dedicated to celebrating the world's music and dance. Since its founding in 1990, the organization has been a cultural anchor in the Greater Boston area, presenting more than 60 performances annually in venues ranging from intimate 250 seat clubs to major theaters seating up to 3,500. Known for its adventurous spirit and deep commitment to cultural exchange, Global Arts Live connects local audiences with renowned and emerging artists from more than 70 countries.
Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Connie Chin, who joined in 2021, and Founder Maure Aronson, Global Arts Live is undertaking a strategic leap forward and unprecedented organizational growth by launching a new performing arts center set to open in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA in fall 2026. The custom-built center features a 400-seat state-of-the-art proscenium theater designed for dance, music, and other genres, a 125-seat cabaret stage, a rehearsal studio, and a ground floor commons that will offer an urban living room to the public. Strategic priorities include strengthening local partnerships, expanding educational and audience development efforts, and building sustainable earned revenue models-all while staying true to its core mission of presenting transformative global performance. The new venue offers meaningful opportunities to deepen the organization's commitment to community engagement, including collaborations with neighborhood organizations, cultural groups, and civic partners.
Job Overview
Global Arts Live is seeking to hire an individual to serve as Director of Production for both Global Arts Live and 585 Arts which will operate a new performing arts complex currently being built in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
The Director of Production will plan, administer, and supervise all production operations at the 585 Arts complex as well as offsite Global Arts Live concerts presented in theaters and performance spaces in greater Boston. This position will report to the 585 Arts General Manager and work closely with the Global Arts Live Director of Artistic Programming on offsite events. Leading the production department, they will supervise a staff of 8-10 employees plus high school age interns. The successful candidate will skillfully execute the production requirements of visiting artists, create a positive work environment, and be committed to excellent results.
The expected program mix for the 585 Arts complex is 40% dance, 40% music and 20% other forms which will include corporate and private events. We project that 65% of concerts will take place at 585 Arts and 35% offsite. Off-site concerts take place in venues ranging from 250-3500 seats and will be mostly music concerts.
Some Responsibilities
- Develop and manage overall strategies and planning for production department
- Manage and engage production staff; manage and mentor interns.
- Coordinate closely with 585 Arts General Manager, Director of Audience Services and offsite venue production staff
- Advance incoming productions
- Manage production budget, report on finance, coordinate payroll with Finance office
- Develop schedules and staffing across two busy venues and a rehearsal space
- Serve as chief safety officer; maintain a safe working environment; ensure compliance with state and local codes and OSHA regulations
- Hire department heads and staff as needed including overhire personnel
- Maintain a database of skilled freelance personnel
- Perform drafting as necessary
- Source equipment, materials and other resources
- Oversee maintenance, repair and replacement of theatre equipment
- Supervise work calls when shift coverage is needed
Experience and Expertise
- Prior experience as head of production in a busy facility or for a theatre or dance organization
- Significant demonstrated expertise in production services at an arts presenting facility that includes music and dance
- Touring experience or experience hosting touring music and dance artists
- Comprehensive knowledge of and field experience with theatrical technologies including electric distribution, lighting/systems, audio and video equipment/systems and stage and rigging equipment
- Experience with planning, logistics and budget management
- Department head experience in one or more departments
- Hands-on experience in several production departments
Software
- Vectorworks or AutoCAD; 3D skills are a plus
- Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Planner, Notes
- Adobe Acrobat
- Facility learning new software applications
- Calendaring and schedule software, a plus
- Lightwright and Q-Lab, a plus
Salary range of $115,000 - $125,000. Click here for more information and to apply.
Stage Lighting Technician & Video Technician, Upstaging, Inc.
Upstaging, the trucking and entertainment gear rental company based in Illinois, has openings for a lighting and video professional, or professionals willing to learn the business.
Some Requirements
- Are a problem solver with a positive attitude
- Are interested in pursuing a full-time career
- Have good communication skills
- Enjoy working with people
- Have an eye for detail
- Are physically fit and agile enough to set up and tear down stage sets
- Have an analytical mind and a good grasp of math
- Have a working knowledge of electricity
- Enjoy traveling and don’t mind touring for extended periods
- Are willing to work nights, weekends, and other odd hours
No experience? No problem.
If you have an interest in working behind the scenes on productions, and you have a drive to learn, we’ll teach you:
- How to coordinate and manage crews of anywhere from 2 to 20 stagehands
- How to read and interpret lighting plots and schematics
- How to plan where cables should run
- How to climb and work comfortably and safely from heights
- How to set up and operate lighting equipment
- How to perform routine maintenance and repairs on lighting equipment
- The ins and outs of live concert touring
Visit Upstaging for more information and to apply.