Assistant Technical Director

Fulton Theatre Company•Lancaster, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Technical Director (ATD) assists the Technical Director (TD) Drafting and engineering of scenic elements for all of the Fulton Theatre’s productions. Assist with installations and removal of scenic elements.

Requirements

Computer literacy, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Suite, and AutoCAD.
Advanced 3D AutoCad knowledge is a must.
BA/BFA in technical theatre, or 3-5 years of experience in a professional scene shop.
Structural and technical design skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multi-task and work with tight deadlines.
Commitment to working in a collaborative environment serving a wide variety of constituents.
Be able to maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
CNC router programming is a job requirement: Training available after hire.
Ability to drive a 16’ box truck is a requirement. Training available after hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience in theatrical rigging, inclusive of counterweight and winch systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with TD, Production Manager, and Scenic designers to analyze designs, estimate costs, and confirm build plans on assigned projects.
Advance and lead projects from engineering, build, and installation through strike.
Collaborate with TD to create technical construction and installation drawings for productions as assigned.
Communicates with the Master Carpenter to determine drawing needs and clarification.
Assist with construction, load-in, and strike as needed.
Attend production and staff meetings as well as dry techs, technical and other rehearsals as needed.
Work with the Technical Director to develop and maintain working standards and procedures for the Scene Shop.
Assisting with the instruction of safe and effective construction techniques with the Scene Shop staff.
Assist in the maintenance of Scene Shop with the TD and Master Carpenter.
Assist in the maintenance of performance spaces with TD and Stage Supervisors.
Assist in the development of summer maintenance and Capital projects for the Scene Shop and performance spaces.
Other duties as assigned.