University Productions - Technical Director

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA•Edmond, OK

1d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Director collaborates with University Productions staff and College of Fine Arts Faculty to ensure the safe design, construction, installation and removal of all scenery and technical elements for the historic Mitchell Hall Theatre. They must be an experienced, self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with a solid background in engineering scenery in both wood and steel and possess a high level of proficiency in stage rigging and AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks drafting. The Technical Director reports to the Director of Mitchell Hall Theatre and works collaboratively with the Stage Coordinator, faculty Scenic Designer, Guest Designers as well as other representatives from the College of Fine Arts and Design.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience providing knowledge of fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.
Must apply expertise in the field to achieve results.
Requires 5+ years of experience in planning, including program development and innovation, program prioritization, and assessment.
Must demonstrate appropriate professional accomplishments and credentials.
Required skills include theatrical carpentry, installation, rigging, and welding.
Must be proficient in hand drafting, rigging, AutoCAD or Vectorworks, and Microsoft Office.
Must have close, distance, and peripheral vision.
Must have depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Must pass a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Technology.
Three (3) years of professional or college-level theatre employment.
Knowledge of set design is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees the construction, installation, placement, and rigging of scenery for UCO's University Productions and Mitchell Hall Theatre.
Plans and organizes scenic construction projects while instructing and supervising student workers in theatre scenery construction.
Works closely with undergraduate students in a hands-on production environment to provide comprehensive and safe learning experiences.
Creates necessary drafting to construct scenic elements.
Performs general maintenance and upkeep of shop machinery and tools.
Supervises and instructs student employees and lab students in areas including proper tool usage and safety, carpentry and welding techniques, and installation and rigging regulations.
Creates construction drafting for PAC productions using AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks.
Coordinates technical crews for load-in, load-out, and operation of University Productions and Broadway Tonight Events, including installation, rigging, and student crew management.
Manages construction, maintenance, and student wage budgets.
Plans and supervises the construction, load-in, tech, and strike of all productions.
Reviews, updates, and maintains shop supplies and consumables.
Manages prop and scenic storage, inventory database, and rentals.
Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and timekeeping for student scene shop workers.
Maintains and repairs scene shop tools and equipment, including pneumatic and power tools.
Ensures daily shop safety and maintains a safe educational working environment for employees and lab students.
Makes recommendations for future technology upgrades within the department and stays current in the field through continued education opportunities.
Additional tasks may be requested by other faculty and staff members of the CFAD department, with the Director of University Productions' approval, provided they do not interfere with primary duties.
Work schedule may include days, evenings, and weekends.
The position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a box truck.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This position may also include the opportunity to teach Stagecraft classes for additional compensation.