Theatre Specialist

Schuler Shook•Dallas, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Schuler Shook is hiring an organized, detail-oriented technical theatre expert with CAD or Revit drafting experience to join its Dallas office. The firm specializes in theatre planning, lighting design, and audio video design, and collaborates across offices in Chicago, Minneapolis, New York, San Francisco, and Melbourne. The Theatre Specialist works closely with Theatre Planning staff and supports planning and design teams on a variety of design and project tasks. The role includes preparing client advisory and contract drawings, conducting research and calculations, developing equipment layouts and details, and occasionally attending client meetings. The specialist documents project elements including theatrical lighting infrastructure, rigging systems, theatre seating layouts, and back-of-house design. Technical theatre knowledge supports participation in design studios and discussions. The role may also cross-train on audio video or architectural lighting projects, involve some travel for meetings and site visits, and develop toward managing small projects under senior staff supervision. This position offers healthcare benefits, paid vacation, a 401(k), profit sharing, bonuses, a commuter plan with employer contribution, a hybrid office/home work environment, and a cultural enrichment allowance. Salary is $58,000–$65,000 per year, commensurate with ability and experience. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and seeks an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming workplace.

Requirements

Around four years of experience in technical theatre, live entertainment production, and/or theatre production design is desired.
Knowledge of stage rigging and lighting systems.
Proficient visual and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet client deadlines.
Ability to complete tasks independently and work with people in small teams.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit, or ability to develop it quickly.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong communication and organizational skills, personal initiative, and an understanding of technical theatre and live performance.
Include a resume and a letter describing interest in the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the architectural or construction field.
Familiarity with other stage equipment.
At least one year of experience creating technical drawings is preferred.
Experience in Revit 2024 or higher.
Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat.
Knowledge of graphics editing software and Enscape.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare client advisory and contract drawings.
Conduct research and perform calculations.
Develop equipment layouts and details.
Occasionally attend client meetings to support client needs.
Support theatre planning and design teams in the design and documentation of projects.
Document theatrical lighting infrastructure, rigging systems, theatre seating layouts, and back-of-house design.
Participate in design studios and discussions using technical theatre knowledge.
Potentially cross-train to support audio video or architectural lighting projects.
Travel for some meetings and site visits.
As experience is gained, potentially manage small projects under senior staff supervision.