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Interdependence

YouTube Producer, Freelance

Los Angeles, CA

$133K - $135K/yr

YouTube Producer, Freelance We are searching for a YouTube Producer operating at the highest ... drivers, and audience behavior • Operational excellence with the ability to manage multiple fast ...

Choice Translating, Inc.

USA - Interpreter - Freelance

$70K/yr

Clean driving record , valid driver's insurance, and reliable transportation 💬 Responsibilities * Accurately interpret spoken communication in real-time * Communicate clearly and professionally in ...

Global Delivery Track

Delivery Freelancer

Seattle, WA

$25/hr

Delivery freelancers enjoy the freedom of working flexible timings through Dtrack mobile application. Delivery Track Inc Global is a new and upcoming food delivery service in Seattle. Our app allows ...

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Production Technician - Freelance - Erlanger, KY

Production Technician - Freelance - Erlanger, KY

Platinum Partners

Erlanger, KY • On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

This posting is for a Production Technician in our Erlanger, KY location.


VLS is currently recruiting Production Technicians for our team. From entry-level to seasoned professionals, our team needs great people with a variety of skills in Lighting, Rigging, AV, and Staging. VLS has an on-the-job training program to elevate technician's skills and develop best-in-class talent to provide to our customers. Our philosophy is building customers for life and we look to our freelance technicians to work toward that goal.


This is a freelance position that carries all workman's compensation insurance as well as standard state, local, and federal withholdings.



The Production Technician is a key role in delivering production services to our clients. This includes shop preparation as well as work on the production site in building and operating lighting, rigging, and audiovisual equipment. In the hiring process, VLS will assess candidates' abilities and pair assignments to suit their skills. A positive attitude, good communication, and interpersonal skills are required. VLS is a drug-free employer, all new employees are required to pass a 5-panel drug screen. VLS is an equal opportunity employer.



Job Duties:

  • Assist in production work (load-in, run, strike)
  • Accurately pick/pack and put away equipment in the warehouse
  • Truck loading and unloading

EXPERIENCE:

  • A BA or BFA in theatre is preferred, but not required
  • All employees interact with clients, excellent customer service skills and professional appearance and demeanor are a must
  • Two years of practical experience with theatrical lighting, especially fixtures and portable dimming systems, is required
  • Moving light repair, maintenance, and programming experience (VL, Clay Paky, Hog, MA) preferred
  • Must have good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Touring or “road house” experience is desirable
  • Basic rigging and carpentry skills are a plus
  • A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are a plus
  • A DOT Medical Certificate & being able to meet DOT requirements for driving a 26' commercial truck.