Production Coordinator (Paternity Leave)

Job Description:

About Berklee Valencia

Berklee’s campus in Valencia is the first international campus established by Berklee College of Music, and its first campus outside of Boston. Located in the iconic City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, Berklee’s Valencia campus offers four master’s degrees (MA in Global Entertainment and Music Business; MM in Contemporary Performance (Production Concentration); MM in Music Production, Technology, and Innovation; and MM in Scoring for Film, Television and Video Games). In addition, Berklee’s campus in Valencia offers a study abroad program for Berklee students as well as students from partner institutions and programs; a first year abroad program for Berklee undergraduates who will complete their bachelor’s degree in Boston; and summer programs. All of these programs together provide opportunities for students from around the world to join the global music community – as performers, as practitioners, and as leaders.

Our team of approximately 110 people (60 staff and 50 faculty) serve over 550 students per year, of whom approximately 140 are graduate students, 260 undergraduate, and 150 non-degree. For more information, visit valencia.berklee.edu.

Position Summary:

The Production Coordinator at Berklee College of Music’s campus in Valencia, Spain, provides support in different technical areas to the Production Department in the execution of concerts and events on and off-campus, oversees safekeeping, maintenance and operation of musical instruments, audio/visual equipment as well as performance, rehearsal and storage spaces.

Essential Functions / Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute Production Manager direction of operation for events and concerts, set up, tear down of equipment and backline.
• Ensure proper working order of ensemble rooms, performance and rehearsal spaces and storage areas including the equipment contained in them.
• Conduct and maintain department equipment inventory.
• Maintain and repair equipment and backline.
• Assist Production Manager in calendar management, communications and correspondence.
• Provide equipment and technical support to faculty, staff, and students.
• Assist Production Manager in production planning and other tasks, as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience as a live sound engineer, show lighting engineer and/or stage manager.
• Understanding of signal flow and configuration of audiovisual systems.
• Strong computer skills (Google Docs, Word, Excel, QLab, DAW software, Photoshop, Arkaos, Resolume, Live).
• Knowledge and experience with the use, operation and storage of musical instruments, PA systems, stage lighting, video, and electronic music production equipment.
• Excellent inventory management and administrative skills, including cataloging, storage, and maintenance of equipment and documentation.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate with administrators, faculty, staff, and students in a professional, sensitive manner.
• Fluent level of spoken and written Spanish and English. Other languages are a plus.
• Ability to work effectively within an ethnic, cultural, and socially diverse student population.
• Must work well under pressure, both independently and as part of a group.
• Eligible candidates must have the ability to live and work legally in Valencia, Spain. Visa sponsorship is not provided.
• Strong proactive approach to solving problems.
• Candidates may occasionally need to work flexible hours, including some nights, weekends, and travel, depending on project needs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Actively strives to foster and maintain a workplace climate that supports all employees regardless of their identity, is respectful of difference, and is genuinely open to multiple perspectives.

Applicants who are both interested and qualified should submit the following materials:

• A Resume or Curriculum Vitae in English.
• A cover letter that addresses the applicant’s capabilities and experiences.
• Contact information for at least three professional references.

Candidates may be asked to submit additional materials at a later date.

Disclaimer: This is a temporary position to cover a parental leave.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Staff