Technical Director
Full Time • $60-$65K
Stages St. Louis - St. Louis, MO
https://stagesstlouis.org
Description
STAGES St. Louis is a 501©(3) not-for-profit theatre company, committed to preserving and advancing the art form of Musical Theatre through excellence in performance and education in the St. Louis region. In 2026 STAGES, is celebrating its 40th year of producing Broadway-quality theatre, employs a full-time staff of twenty and a seasonal company from March to October, presenting 111 performances to nearly 50,000 patrons.
STAGES also educates thousands of students each year at its Performing Arts Academy, the St. Louis region’s only year-round arts school with a comprehensive curriculum run by a professional theatre company.
Technical Director
Stages St. Louis is seeking a Technical Director to assist in leading the Production Department and supervise all scenic elements and budget. The Technical Director will collaborate with the Production Manager on the implementation of the vision of the Artistic Team while remaining within the available resources of time, budget, and personnel. They will also support all production initiatives across the organization.
Required skills:
Estimate material and labor needs for all productions based on the script, designer models, drafts, and meetings.
Complete understanding of how all scenic pieces are used onstage and in offstage storage.
Select the best construction method and materials of scenic units in collaboration with designer.
Create and distribute construction drafting’s to staff. Ensure staff are properly instructed on assembly processes.
Ensure timely and accurate budget reports.
Post and update construction timetable and crew work schedules for each production.
Hire, retain, and supervise the Assistant Technical Director, Paint Charge, Property Supervisor, Electrics Supervisor, Audio Supervisor, and staff.
Oversee maintenance of shop equipment and facilities in coordination with the production manager.
Work with staff to create a safe, positive, and productive work environment.
Attend all design conferences and production meetings.
Review and approve all scenic, paint, properties, lighting, audio, and stagehand payroll.
Make capital improvements and strategic plans for shops with department heads.
Required concepts:
Leadership – Support all efforts and initiatives of the STAGES organization to provide an exceptional experience to all patrons, students, and employees. Maintain a strong, visible, and positive presence always.
Planning/Organizing – Prioritize and plans work activity. Use time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Set goals and objectives. Organize or schedules other people and their tasks.
Organizational Support – Follow policies and procedures. Support the organization’s goals and values. Maintain an awareness of the STAGES employee handbook and budget.
Quality – Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Monitor your own work to ensure quality.
Communication – Communicate effectively and efficiently with all company associates in both written and verbal form.
Teamwork – Work with other employees and departments cooperatively and professionally, treating all with courtesy, honesty, and respect. Participate in the achievement of personal and departmental goals and initiatives. Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views. Give and welcomes feedback. Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Safety and Security – Observe and enforce safety and security procedures.
Control Precision – The ability to adjust the controls of machines or vehicles quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.
Organizational:
- Read and adhere to the guidelines in the Employee Handbook
- Other duties as assigned
Working conditions may include nights and weekends, and some overtime as needed. Ability to stand for long periods, climb ladders and stairs, and work at heights. A moderate degree of physical ability is associated with production positions, including the ability to lift and move up to 70lbs. Must be able to safely operate a fly system as well as have knowledge of properly knotting ropes. Wearing and or using personal protective equipment is required. May be required to drive a company cargo van.
Compensation:
$60-$65K. This is a full-time, year-round, exempt position. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include year-round health/dental coverage, life insurance, and PTO, along with optional vision coverage, tax-saving flexible spending, and 401K.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter in a pdf, including three references, to jobs@stagesstlouis.org.
STAGES St. Louis is an equal employment organization. The organization is committed to the principles of affirmative action and acts in accordance with state and federal laws.
To apply for this job
Send an email with your details to jobs@stagesstlouis.org