Technical Director

Full Time • 55,000-65,000

Pensacola Little Theatre - Pensacola, FL
https://www.pensacolalittletheatre.com

Description

 Job Title:        Technical Director

Reports to:      Artistic Director

Status:             Full-time, non-exempt

 Description:     The Technical Director is responsible for preparing set design, lighting design, scenic design, and audio engineering for each PLT production – currently, ten shows per year. Additionally, the Technical Director should manage technical needs of rental clients, special events, and fundraisers, as needed.

The Technical Director has duties as follows:

·         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, maintains, and operates lighting and sound systems for theatre, dance, music, and other productions and projects; assists outside designers 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.

·         Assists in recruiting, training and assignment of volunteer or paid technical staff for individual shows.

·         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 Executive Director regarding capital purchases of technical equipment.

It is the duty of the Technical Director to maintain a high standard of performance. If problems arise or come to his/her attention, he/she will discuss these with the Artistic Director and other personnel involved in order to come to a speedy and satisfactory solution.

To apply for this job

Send an email with your details to artistic@pensacolalittletheatre.com