Assistant Flyman

Employment Status: 

Regular/Full time 

The Assistant Flyman is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the counterweight rigging system and related stage machinery at Atlanta Symphony Hall and other spaces in the Memorial Arts Building as assigned. This position supports Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performances, ASHLive presentations, educational events, touring productions, and rental events by executing scenery, drapery, acoustic shell, projection, and lighting moves while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.  The Assistant Flyman/Stage Technician is responsible for performing routine duties in the support of all stage activities related to the placement and movement of equipment and instruments; for the smooth and efficient operation of both ASO, ASHL, and non-ASO events in Symphony Hall and other spaces, as well as select services offsite, including park concerts, runouts, and tours. As a member of the stage crew, you conduct your work professionally and proactively, ensuring it is consistently correct and completed on time. 

The ideal candidate possesses strong theatrical rigging experience, excellent situational awareness, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced live performance environment. 

Work Schedule: 

• Work hours vary per day, each week, based on production events. This position requires flexibility; nights, weekends, and holidays will be required as needed. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Fly Rail Operations: Safely operate the counterweight fly system during rehearsals, performances, load-ins, and load-outs. 

Balance, load, and unload counterweight arbor systems in accordance with industry safety standards. Perform line set inspections before use and report any operational concerns. 

Assist with installation and removal of stage drapery, projection screens, acoustic elements, lighting equipment, and scenic components. 

Support orchestra shell and stage changeovers as required. Participate in concert and event load-ins, strikes, and venue conversions. 

Operate and/or troubleshoot all stage equipment. Lead stagehands on how to operate these systems as needed. Assist with stage setup and restoration for Atlanta Symphony Orchestra rehearsals and performances. 

Serve as stage technician for ASHL, ASO and non-ASO events in Symphony Hall, as well as select services outside of Symphony Hall, including park concerts, runouts, and tours. Consistently maintain stage systems and equipment and keep up-to-date maintenance records. This position focuses primarily on ASHL events, supplemented with ASO performances.  

Prepare and execute the placement and movement of equipment for orchestra rehearsals and concerts, as well as for hall rentals and non-orchestral events, including spaces within and outside of Symphony Hall. Perform work for load-outs, load-ins, and set-ups for services in Symphony Hall, as well as tours, run-outs, and performances outside Symphony Hall. Execute equipment setup in Front of House and support spaces as needed. Perform routine maintenance as needed 

Attend meetings as needed. Prepare information required for meetings and follow up on items as needed. 

Perform other duties as directed. 

QUALIFICATIONS:   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform their essential duty. The listed requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Knowledge: Requires thorough knowledge of concert production and stagecraft, including Knowledge of theatrical rigging principles and safe loading practices. An operation of hand tools, current sound, video, and lighting equipment, as well as an understanding of personal computers using Microsoft Office and Outlook applications is required. 

• Experience: Minimum 3-year stage crew experience preferred. 

• Ability to work comfortably at heights – experience with loading bridges and previous experience operating theatrical counterweight fly systems. 

• Appropriate dress is required for work during performances and events. 

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that enhances collaboration with musicians, guest artists, co-workers, supervisors, customers, and vendors. 

• Conduct oneself in a manner always befitting a representative of the Woodruff Arts Center. 

• Ability to perform diverse duties requires an extensive knowledge of concert production and stagecraft. 

• Ability to be a “problem solver” and “planner”, taking initiative and doing whatever is necessary to make things work.   

• Ability to use basic power and hand tools. 

• Ability to operate house sound, lighting, and video equipment. 

• Ability to work and meet deadlines in an environment with frequent distractions. 

• Must be proficient at using Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel. 

Language Skills:  

• Ability to write correspondence and reports.   

• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely with clients, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and employees, in person, through email, and on the telephone. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• Some standing, walking, bending, frequent use of hands, stooping, and light lifting (at least 75 pounds) is needed. 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

• Comfortable with heights.