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DESCRIPTION

Position Summary

The Technical Director (TD) is a full-time 12-month position reporting directly to the Operations Manager. With knowledge and experience in lighting, projection, video, sound, and rigging systems, the TD is responsible for technical preparation and production for all events in the 652-seat Edison Theatre. The TD manages the Assistant Technical Director and oversees the student crew.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Technical/Facility Management

• Maintain, repair, and purchase lighting equipment.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and procurement of sound and projection equipment.
• Manage soft goods and rigging system maintenance and repairs.
• Implement light plots, sound plots, and rigging as detailed in facility plans.
• Design replacement and custom light plots as needed.
• Oversee light hangs, programming, and focus calls.
• Manage the production budget for purchases and expenses.
• Coordinate with emergency and safety personnel, including permits and regulations for theatre use.

Rental/Event Management

• Act as technical liaison for external organizations, student groups, and departments renting the Edison Theatre.
• Attend pre-event meetings to discuss schedules, crew, and technical requirements.
• Inform rental clients of the theatre's technical capabilities before load-in.
• Supervise all technical aspects of rental events, including scheduling and crew management.
• Oversee strike and transition procedures between events.
• Complete and submit post-show reports for each event.

Staff Management

• Supervise the Assistant Technical Director.
• Hire, train, and oversee student staff.
• Post crew calls and ensure shifts are filled.
• Conduct annual safety training for staff.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings.

Perform other duties as assigned.

SALARY

$50,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year