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TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE

Cultural Development Corporation (CuDC), a non-profit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for artists and cultural organizations that stimulate economic development and improve quality of life in the DC metropolitan area, is accepting applications for a Technical Associate. This position services the theatre spaces at Flashpoint and Source, multi-user facilities housing a gallery, rehearsal studios, performance spaces and collaborative office space serving area artists and arts organizations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day technical operations of CuDC performance and rehearsal spaces including:
  • maintenance of lighting and audio equipment;
  • management of load-in and load-out schedules;
  • production walkthroughs with producers and presenters;
  • black box schedule coordination with CuDC staff; and
  • procuring equipment, materials and other technical services;
• Perform duties as master electrician and audio engineer during Source Festival and other CuDC events, as needed;
• Assistance with production aspects of CuDC special events; and
• Provide general administrative support, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience;
• 5 years of experience in technical theatre and related industries;
• Experience operating multiple venues;
• Comprehensive working knowledge of lighting systems, ETC software, and theatrical audio systems;
• Ability to identify and repair problems with lighting and audio equipment;
• Comfort working in a cooperative environment with a broad range of artistic, cultural and social points of view;
• Superb customer service, communication and organizational skills; and
• Willingness to work flexible schedule and weekends as programming demands.

Salary

How to apply:

To apply, submit a resumé with cover letter to:

Cultural Development Corporation
Attn: Technical Associate Search
916 G Street, NW
Washington , DC 20001
E
F 202.315.1303

Deadline

Initial review of applicants will begin immediately, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Cultural Development Corporation (CuDC), a non-profit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for artists and cultural organizations that stimulate economic development and improve quality of life in the DC metropolitan area, is accepting applications for the position of Program Assistant. This full-time, entry level position provides support to CuDC’s Program Managers, assisting with: the delivery of capacity building services to artists and arts organizations; the presentation of exhibitions in the Mead Theatre Lab and Gallery at Flashpoint; the production of the Source Festival; and the creation of artist housing.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Managers with:
  • Selection process for Gallery, Mead Theatre Lab & Artist Housing Programs;
  • Coordinating the season calendars for the Gallery & Mead Theatre Lab Programs;
  • Event logistics and coordination for opening receptions, business center activities, open house activities & other special events;
  • Volunteer recruitment & coordination for special events;
  • Gallery upkeep and maintenance;
• Compile and distribute weekly e-newsletters;
• Maintain membership database;
• Provide member support & customer service, including responding to venue use inquiries, as needed; and
• General administrative support, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree;
• Knowledge and experience in arts management and/or nonprofit organizations;
• Superb writing, customer service and organizational skills, plus excellent computer skills;
• Flexible work schedule; and
• Individual must be comfortable working in a cooperative environment that supports a broad range of artistic, cultural and social points of view.

Salary

How to apply:

To apply, submit a resumé with cover letter to:

Cultural Development Corporation
Attn: Program Assistant Search
916 G Street, NW
Washington , DC 20001
E
F 202.315.1303

Initial review of applicants will begin immediately, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.