WHO: Bentley Meeker Lighting and Staging
SEEKING:Bentley Meeker Lighting and Staging, a leader in NYC’s event industry, is currently looking for freelance Lighting and Audio/Video shop personnel for its Spring 2011 season. This position is ideal for anyone looking to start out in the events industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
–Prepping and putting away lighting and audio/video equipment
-Loading prepped gear into trucks before it goes to a jobsite
-Unloading gear from trucks when it returns from the jobsite
-Checking gear back in from a job to make sure nothing is missing or damaged
-Cleaning and basic maintenance of all gear when needed
-Working as a team with other employees to complete various projects in NYC.
REQUIREMENTS:
-Experience with lighting, audio or video in a theatrical, touring or events related setting
-Flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, and weekends (if necessary)
-Experience driving 14’ box trucks in NYC a plus (clean driving record a must)
-Must have a positive attitude, problem solving skills, and the ability to multi-task
-Basic electrical knowledge is a plus
PAY: :$15/ hr
HOW TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to nyceventlighting@gmail.com
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