ELECTRICS CREW (Looking for multiple) COMPANY DESCRIPTION For 29 years, the International Festival of Arts & Ideas (“Arts & Ideas”) has inspired and delighted audiences with an annual program of over 200 performing arts and humanities events year-round, at least 85% of which are free. Focused events in June range from world and nationally-renowned speakers sharing the stage with critical local voices for discussions on democracy, to jazz concerts, theatrical performances, dance; takeout mixology classes; bike and walking tours; and live, individual performances by local on-call artists on front lawns and sidewalks throughout the area. Year-round programs include special town-hall events, a fellowship program for youth, planning and implementing mini-festivals in New Haven’s culturally-rich neighborhoods, participation in the NEA Big Read, and our annual Visionary Leadership Event. RESPONSIBILITIES Receive and install lighting package rentals Hang & focus lights for various acts Programming light cues Running console during performances Follow Spot operation REQUIREMENTS Prior Theatrical lighting experience Basic knowledge of lighting equipment and consoles Troubleshooting experience Ability to lift to 50lbs Ability to stand/sit for long periods CLASSIFICATION Part-Time Seasonal (progresses to Full-Time during the Festival) Non-Exempt Pay Rate: $20-$25/hour Dates: June 10th-July 6th, 2024 RELATIONSHIPS Reports to the Lighting Supervisor Key Communication: Lighting Designer, Production Manager, Associate Production Manager ADDITIONAL INFORMATION International Festival of Arts & Ideas is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate or permit discrimination against any person or group of persons on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, transgender status, gender identity or expression, marital or pregnancy status, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, military status, lawful source of income, sexual orientation or physical disability, or any other class of persons or categories protected by law.