Technical Director of the Schuster Theatre

Gannon University • Erie, PA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: Gannon University invites applications for a Technical Director and designer in support of Gannon University’s Schuster Theatre’s production season. The successful candidate will:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Able to meet the physical demands associated with a busy office and University environment. Must be able to lift around 50 lbs and be able to climb a ladder, use power tools, all while adhering to appropriate safety standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS : Work is performed in a busy office and University setting. Flexible time commitments are required for group activities and individual students.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in an area of technical theatre (stage management, lighting design, sound design) is required.
• Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience in the theatre, at least one year of higher education experience with demonstrated strength in effective student supervision, leadership skills, collegiality and a commitment to collaborative process are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize stage management for the Shuster Theatre’s performance season, including mentoring and supervising student stage managers and assistants.
• Supervise and collaborate with faculty, student, and guest designers for the Schuster Theatre’s performance season.
• Secure sound and lighting technicians for all performances.
• Manage house operations for productions, and other production-related functions.
• Organize and maintain a working inventory of the Schuster Theatre’s technical properties (lighting and sound equipment, scenic shop).
• Collaborate with Artistic Director and Arts Manager to assign production team roles and manage the technical/design needs of the season’s productions.
• In conjunction with the Artistic Director, train and supervise student workers on scenic/technical equipment and safety precautions, oversee student worker projects that involve scenic/technical equipment.
• Oversee scenic building processes in accordance with safety protocols outlined by Physical Plant. Sign off on safety inspections along with Artistic Director and Arts Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees