Head Electrician/ Board Operator

• Compensation:

• Pre-Production fixed fee of $5,000.00

• $40.00 per hour salary up to 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week

• 5x after 8 hours in a day and after 40 hours in a week

• After Opening Weekly Supervision Fee: $250.00 per week

• Day rate in Theater for work calls post opening: $40 per hour when the call exceed 4 hours.

• Travel:

• Coach/economy air travel within the continental US

• Local transfers to/from airports as required

• Excess baggage fees if any

• Inflight WIFI fees if any

• Out of Pocket Expense Reimbursement:

• Reimbursement for all pre-approved out-of-pocket production expense.

• Reimbursement for out-of-pocket local transportation when required for business or meetings (not to include commuting to/from work).

Core Responsibilities (With Head of Lighting)

• Technical Design & Coordination of Lighting & Electrical Scope: Coordinate all aspects of constructed electrical and lighting plans with the project design team, consultants, contractors and production department heads to ensure power, pathways, low voltage and other aspects of the lighting system are installed and operate as required.
• Shop Prep: Oversee coordination and technical design of the show lighting system, including shop prep, shop prep labor and all advance paperwork.
• Set Electrics: Oversee the technical design and implementation of set electrics, LED lighting, low voltage electronics and other lighting elements built into Scenery and Decore elements.
• Blacktrax: Oversee design, implementation and staff training on the Blacktrax lighting control system.
• Show Operation & Crew Supervision: Assist Production Manager in identifying and hiring of Show Crew personnel. Coordinate and oversee all work performed by the local electrics crew, run-crew, board operators, and follow-spot operators during load-ins, tech rehearsals, and performances.
• Implementation: Interpret lighting plots, Lightwright paperwork, and designer schematics to execute the artistic vision.
• Installation & Focus: Oversee the "hang and focus" of fixtures, installation of cables, and design and set up of dimmers and data networks.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee maintenance, repair, and testing of fixtures, cables, and lighting boards to ensure rigorous safety and performance standards.
• Safety & Code Compliance: Ensure all power supplies, drops, and scenic electrical elements adhere to both safety codes and venue standards.
• Post-Opening Show Maintenance: Monitor daily show reports; assist Production Management and Show crew as needed with the long-term operation and maintenance of the production and building-wide lighting control system.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of electrical theory, stage power distribution, data control networks (such as DMX/Ethernet) and Blacktrax control systems.
• Equipment Familiarity: Expertise with conventional lighting, automated/moving fixtures (LEDs, moving heads), industry-standard control consoles (e.g., ETC EOS family), CC TV networks and architectural lighting control systems.
• Physical & Spatial Aptitude: Ability to work at heights (on ladders, lifts, and catwalks), lift heavy equipment, and tolerate long hours during tech periods.
• Collaboration: Strong communication skills to liaise effectively between the lighting designer, technical director, stage management, and the electrics team.

About Magic Mike Live: Created and co-directed by Channing Tatum, MAGIC MIKE LIVE is a 360-degree dance and acrobatic spectacular featuring a comedic storyline and bold, immersive production design.

The 90-minute production blends live entertainment and hospitality into a unique night out in New York City. Equal parts empowering and exhilarating, the show delivers an unforgettable experience — perfect for date nights, celebrations, and the ultimate girl’s night out — leaving guests energized and ready to ignite the magic within.

MAGIC MIKE LIVE shows are mature in nature, which we define as including strong language, adult themes, and sexual content of a non-explicit nature. Our work environment is professional and respectful, but candidates should be comfortable working with mature themes daily as a normal part of their professional responsibilities.