The Eau Claire Children’s Theatre is a non-profit, volunteer-driven community theatre providing quality theatrical and educational experiences for western Wisconsin residents of all ages. Founded in 1989, the Eau Claire Children’s Theatre will be starting its 33rd Season this fall. ECCT has four main areas of programming-

1.mainstage productions of major Broadway musicals

2.school matinees of shows based on award-winning children’s literature

3.touring productions

4.summer theatre classes



Each season ECCT produces 16 shows along with a variety of special events, at three main venues- the new $60 million dollar Pablo Center at the Confluence (1200 seat RCU Theatre and 400 seat JAMF Theatre) and the 275 seat theatre owned by ECCT, The Oxford. With annual attendance of 32,000-35,000 patrons and an annual budget of over $580,000, the Eau Claire Children’s Theatre is one of the largest community theatres in western Wisconsin and one of only a handful of children’s theatres in the state, serving both youth and adult performers.



Typically our full and part-time paid staffing consists of the following positions:

Executive Director

Associate Director

Production Manager

Technical Director or Sound Engineer

Costumes and Wardrobe Staff (x2)

Technical Interns (x2)

Costume Interns (1 or 2)

Part-time Costume Shop Manager

Part-time Promotions and Special Events

(While we have been producing live theatre throughout the pandemic since June of 2020, a number of these positions were eliminated or reduced over the last year. With a full in-person season currently we will be filling a number of these positions over the spring with the intent to be at full staff strength moving into the summer.)



We are currently taking applications to fill the Sound Engineer position. More information about ECCT can be found at www.ecct.org and on our Facebook pages- “ECCT” and “ECCT Tech Productions”. We look forward to receiving your application materials.



EAU CLAIRE CHILDREN’S THEATRE, INC.

SOUND ENGINEER

I. POSITION OBJECTIVES: To provide superior technical expertise in the areas of Sound and Special Effects for ECCT productions, rentals and special events. To oversee day to day facilities operations and maintenance of sound equipment for ECCT and The Oxford in conjunction with the Production Manager. To be an active member of the Production Staff, assisting in the areas of lighting, projections, scenic construction, painting and/or properties as capable.



II. POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:

Recruited by: Executive Director



Salary/Benefits:

Annual salary $32,000-$36,000 based on experience

Monthly health insurance stipend provided

Monthly cell phone allowance provided

Paid vacations, holidays and sick days



Schedule: Position start date- as early as January 31; no later than February 14, 2022

Full time salaried position; schedule will flex between afternoon, evening and weekend hours depending on ECCT production schedule



III. POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Executive Director

Supervises: Community volunteers, Interns

Coordinates with: Production Manager



IV. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS in Technical Theatre, Sound Design, Sound Engineering, Tech Ed or related field desired or comparable experience in the field

• Demonstrated sound skills-design, systems, repairs, and implementation

• Demonstrated special effects skills-design and implementation

• Knowledge of theatrical style, conventions and terminology

• Strong oral communication skills

• Background in or appreciation of theatre

• Demonstrated ability to recruit and work with volunteers

• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Strong organizational skills and highly motivated with strong work ethic

• Ability to work with minimal supervision



V. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND SAMPLE TASKS

• Design and implement sound and special effects elements for all productions, rentals and special events at The Oxford

• Design and implement sound and special effects elements for ECCT productions at offsite locations ie: Pablo Center at The Confluence

• Oversee maintenance of technical equipment at ECCT and in The Oxford

• Assist with the completion of lighting requirements and scenic requirements for ECCT shows as time and talent allows

• Assist with IT and related tasks as experience allows

• Other duties as assigned



VI. HOW TO APPLY

Submit cover letter, current resume and work samples to ECCT by email or by mail or in person at 1814 Oxford Avenue, Eau Claire WI 54703. Application deadline is Friday, January 14; interviews with qualified candidates will start before then. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Executive Director Wayne Marek by email or 715-839-8877.