Technical Director
Technical Director

*Willing to negotiate full-time position for the right candidate.

*Operates, maintains and safeguards the technical assets of the theatre, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, communications equipment, and the use and maintenance of stage facilities.
*Determines the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, staging, and special needs, necessary for events and performances presented at the facility in advance of production dates.
*Designs, sets up, and maintains lighting and sound systems for theatre, dance, music, and other productions and projects; assists guest designers and arts with technical matters.
*Advises production managers, lighting and sound designers, on the technical specifications, costs and usage of technical equipment required for the individual show, and supervises the implementations of approved technical designs.
*Supervises and assists with set and stage construction and management.
*Orients facility renters and visiting productions to safety, technical characteristics and other areas of facility operations; facilitates the use of the technical facilities by the resident company and others engaged by or renting the facility.
*Monitors the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; arranges for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
*Assists with the preparation and control of production budgets; maintains inventory and orders specialized supplies.
*Attends technical Week rehearsals, in order to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of the mounting the show.
*Makes recommendations to the Board of Directors or theatre leadership regarding capital purchases of technical equipment.