Technical Director

City of Elkhart•Elkhart, IN

9d•$0 - $57,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Director is responsible for the Lerner Theatre's technical operations, including lighting, sound, and other production needs. This role requires independent judgment and decision making across a wide range of duties, along with the ability to develop new methods and procedures to support high quality productions. The Technical Director coordinates technical and labor crews to ensure the successful execution of dance, music, theater, and other live performances. This position works closely with production managers, technical services providers, and equipment vendors, as well as the General Manager, Director of Operations, and the broader Lerner Theatre team. Work hours will vary based on production schedules and will be coordinated with the Director of Operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four (4) years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of stage equipment, including sound systems, incidents to a large stage or arena.
Working knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures of theater, dance, music, and other stage productions.
Knowledge and diagnostics of computer networking as related to a performance venue.
Knowledge of electrically and manually operated stage and sound equipment and of the methods, materials, tools, and practices required for their repair and maintenance.
Knowledge of stage settings, lighting, and wiring for sound.
Knowledge of applicable safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to plan, layout and supervise sound systems for a variety of shows.
Ability to produce desired stage and lighting effects.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations.
Visual ability to read stage and light plots and detect subtle shades of color.
Hearing ability to use intercom system and decipher audio inputs.
Ability to work using all types of lifts and equipment.
Ability to climb ladders and work on overhead scaffolding, “A” ladder, and cat walks of up to 70’ in height.
Skills in the use of hand tools are essential to the work involved.
Ability to carry lighting instruments to tip of “A” ladder.
Ability to work extended hours
Ability to work under adverse conditions, such as loud noise, heat, cold, and outdoor weather as needed.
Ability to work under stress and at a fast pace and always maintain a pleasant attitude at the same time.
Always treat the public kindly.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the set up and operation of technical support equipment for all stage presentations.
Coordinate stage crews for set up, operation, and break down for all stage events.
Manage resources and staff in accordance with the organizational chart.
Maintain equipment and stage area in a ready and safe working and performing condition.
Coordinate with show directors and arrange scenery, settings, lighting, and sound for the theater, road shows, and other area locations.
Operate the audio system, stage lights, house curtains, and counterweight stage rigging system.
Construct, repair, and maintain various curtains, fixtures, stage settings, and equipment.
Perform minor repair and maintenance on electrical equipment and circuits.
Coordinate any major repairs needed to such equipment.
Keep running inventory of all onsite theatre supplies needed in building.
Implement routine maintenance and repairs of theatrical technical equipment to ensure a prolonged lifespan.
Coordinate with the Director of Operations regarding job duties, work schedule, equipment and staffing needs, etc.
Maintain needed records including scheduling of task and status check lists relating to job functions.