UW-Madison Job Description--Follow Spot Operator

 

Responsibilities prior to load in:

 

            1.         Meet with advanced lighting TA to become familiar with follow spot operation

            2.         If needed, set up additional practice time with the  TA

3.         Attend at least one run through rehearsal in order to become familiar with show blocking and pace

 

Responsibilities during tech rehearsal:

 

            1.         Operate follow spot during all technical rehearsals

            2.         Assist light board operator  during dimmer check before each run through

            3.         Work with deck electrician on maintaining  show during tech week

4.         other electrics department work as determined by HE and LD. This could include touch up focus, adding or moving units, changing of gel, etc..

 

Responsibilities during run of show:

 

            1.         Operate follow spot during all performances

            2.         Work with Deck electrician on daily show maintenance:

                        replacement of  burnt lamps and color, refocusing of units that have dropped, etc.

3.         Maintain your spot light during length of run ( assure that there are adequate carbons, etc.)

            4.         Report to stage manager for show calls

            5.         Report serious maintenance problems to HE or their assistant

 

Responsibilities at strike:

 

            1.         Participate on general strike crew under supervision of HE

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