Assistant Technical Director

Arts Bonita•Bonita Springs, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Arts Bonita seeks a hands-on Assistant Technical Director to support technical production for concerts, theatre productions, comedy shows, educational performances, rentals, and special events. Working closely with the Technical Director, the role helps prepare and operate performance spaces, coordinate technical requirements with artists and production teams, and provide professional sound and production support. Strong live sound mixing skills and experience supporting theatre productions are essential; lighting design and programming experience are preferred. The Assistant Technical Director mixes sound and provides production coverage according to a schedule determined in coordination with administration and the Technical Director. The position is on-site in Bonita Springs across Arts Bonita venues and event locations. Evening and weekend work is required, with occasional holiday work based on the production calendar. The role involves moving and setting up equipment, standing for extended periods, working backstage, and using ladders or accessing elevated work areas when trained and authorized. Essential duties must be performed safely, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in live sound reinforcement and mixing for concerts and theatrical performances.
Experience operating digital audio consoles, wireless microphone systems, stage monitors, and audio playback software.
Working knowledge of signal flow, microphone selection and placement, gain structure, equalization, and feedback control.
Experience supporting theatre productions, including technical rehearsals, cue execution, and backstage coordination.
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Ability to work independently on assigned events and collaboratively with staff and visiting production teams.
Relevant technical training or equivalent professional experience in live entertainment, theatre, or event production.
Regular evening and weekend availability; occasional holiday work is required based on the production calendar.
Ability to move and set up equipment, stand for extended periods, work in backstage environments, and use ladders or access elevated work areas when trained and authorized.

Nice To Haves

Lighting design, console programming, and lighting operation experience.
Familiarity with projection systems and video playback.

Responsibilities

Mix sound for performances, rehearsals, rentals, and special events according to the schedule coordinated with administration and the Technical Director.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot audio systems for concerts, theatre productions, rehearsals, rentals, and special events.
Mix front-of-house sound and stage monitors, maintaining clear, balanced audio suited to each performance and venue.
Prepare microphones, wireless systems, direct boxes, stage inputs, playback equipment, and console configurations.
Conduct sound checks and work with performers and visiting engineers to meet production requirements.
Manage wireless microphone assignments, frequency coordination, batteries, and backstage audio needs; monitor sound levels and follow safe listening practices.
Support technical rehearsals and performances with directors, stage managers, designers, musicians, and performers.
Prepare and execute sound cues, playback, microphone changes, and other technical elements.
Assist with production load-ins, stage setups, scene changes, and strikes.
Attend production meetings and help translate artistic requirements into practical technical plans.
Maintain accurate cue sheets, equipment lists, and production notes.
Assist with lighting setup, focus, programming, operation, and troubleshooting; support lighting designers and visiting production teams.
Design lighting for selected performances and events when qualified and assigned.
Assist with projection, video playback, and other stage technology as needed.
Follow procedures for safely handling lighting equipment, electrical connections, and overhead equipment.
Review technical riders, stage plots, input lists, and event requirements with the Technical Director.
Coordinate with staff, artists, renters, and visiting technicians to confirm equipment, schedules, and production needs.
Prepare venues before artist arrivals, rehearsals, and events, allowing adequate setup and testing time.
Assist with room configurations, stage furniture, music stands, risers, and other event equipment.
Serve as on-site technical lead for assigned events, coordinating coverage and handoffs with the Technical Director.
Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot audio, lighting, video, and stage equipment.
Keep booths, backstage areas, stages, storage spaces, and equipment inventories organized.
Report equipment issues promptly and assist with repairs, replacements, and maintenance schedules.
Maintain orderly cable runs, accurate labeling, and secure equipment storage; recommend improvements to production quality and operational reliability.
Coordinate assignments and coverage with the Technical Director and meet production deadlines.
Help orient and guide assigned technicians, stagehands, and volunteers.
Follow venue safety procedures and maintain clear exits, walkways, and backstage access.
Communicate technical concerns and production changes promptly and professionally, treating performers, students, patrons, renters, volunteers, and colleagues with courtesy and respect.