Associate Technical Director

Milwaukee Repertory Theater-posted 4 days ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Milwaukee, WI

101-250 employees

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In conjunction with the Technical Direction team, the Associate TD is responsible for budgeting, engineering, drafting, overseeing construction, and load-in/out of scenery for all Milwaukee Rep Productions. The primary role of the Associate Technical Director is to work with the Technical Director and carpenters to develop construction plans that execute the designer’s vision within the resources available.

Generate shop drawings in AutoCAD for assigned projects
Act as lead-TD on assigned productions including accurately budgeting designs for labor and material costs
Purchase materials and supplies for builds, and maintain inventory tracking throughout the process
Maintain and build local and national vendor relationships
Enforce all safety guidelines and protocols – Maintaining a safe working environment in all venues and workspaces
Research and engineer scenic elements as assigned
Collaborate with Production Area Heads on a daily basis to ensure a smooth production process
Collaborate with all stakeholders on the build plan to ensure the set is delivered as designed and on schedule
Develop scenic load-in and out plans, including labor and special equipment or safety needs for all productions
Coordinate the trucking and transportation of scenic elements from offsite shop to and from performance venues.
Oversee and run, as needed, the load-in and load-out of scenery in all venues
Attend technical rehearsals and production related meetings as needed
Assist with facilities maintenance as needed
Additional duties as required including participation in education and outreach events

Project or educational history that demonstrates a mastery of technical design for complex productions
Hands on knowledge of carpentry and/or metalworking techniques for the entertainment industry
Work history will show growth in leadership abilities and overall successes in a management capacity
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in scenery construction and engineering
Proficient in AutoCAD, with ability to generate clear and concise construction drawings in a timely manner
Experience with creating scenic budgets and developing project scope within resource constraints
Communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues, and are able to accept and incorporate feedback
Demonstrate an aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills and processes when necessary
Solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually and in a group environment
Have excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills and ability to be self-directed and take initiative
Demonstrate a commitment to our mission, and core values both in the workplace and in our community

Knowledge in the engineering, build, and implementation of automation preferred
Experience driving box trucks up to 26’ in length preferred

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