Suffs Tour - Head Electrician
Keep Marching LLC
United States, New York, New York
Posted on: Feb. 27, 2026
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Description:
DESCRIPTION
Head Electrician, SUFFS National Tour - IATSE League-SET Pink Contract position with a base weekly salary of $1,800 + all applicable overtime
Benefits, overtime, housing & travel per IATSE League-SET contract
Start date is ASAP, with tour dates currently scheduled into August 2026. Email cover letter and resume with references to [email protected] with the subject line "Suffs Tour – Head LX – LAST NAME"
Position overview:
The Head Electrician works with the Assistant Electrician (Frontlight Operator) to safely and consistently run, move, and maintain all LX & Atmospheric elements associated with the SUFFS National Tour.
Role & Responsibilities:
· Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Lead all interdepartmental communication that pertains to the LX Department
· Advance communication with upcoming venues to ensure all LX needs will be met
· Lead department load-in and loadout, as well as ML & conventional focus
· Consistently run and maintain the lighting of the show by operating the LX Console for performances
· Maintain/repair all departmental equipment to the highest standards
· Manage local union LX crew at each show stop for load-in, load-out, and performances
· Work with Production Electrician, Technical Supervisor, and Head Carpenter to manage departmental maintenance, equipment replacements, & swing/vacation schedules
· Confirm weekly payroll with Head Carpenter
· Qualifications:
· 2+ years as Head Electrician on National Tour (preferably on IATSE contract) desired
· Experienced with:
§ ETC Eos family console operation, including focus & patching
§ Data Network management – Pathway connectivity – switches, gateways, nodes, MSC
§ Fixture Maintenance and repair – Martin, Ayrton, ETC
§ Wireless Dimming – CTI Multiverse
· Willing to work an 8-show a week schedule in tandem with the load-in/out schedule
· Must be able to work around loud sounds and flashing lights.
· Willingness to work in dark often cramped/ closed spaces.
· Strong ability to lead and instruct a crew of up to a dozen people, with varying skill levels.
· Able to physically lift 75 pounds, comfortable lifting and walking backwards, comfortable walking up and down stairs. Excellent practical, problem-solving, organizational, planning and time management skills.
Application Deadline:
Apr. 30, 2026
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
New York,
New York
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South Korea, Seoul
