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The Technical Director (TD) plays a vital role in advancing the production and educational objectives of the theatre program. This position is responsible for overseeing the technical operations of theatre facilities, managing scenic construction and backstage logistics, and supervising students involved in technical theatre work and practicum experiences.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the technical operations of theatre facilities
Manage scenic construction and backstage logistics
Supervise students involved in technical theatre work and practicum experiences
Ensure that performance spaces are safe, clean, accessible, and well-maintained
Maintain an efficient, organized environment conducive to learning and production
Supervise and schedule student assistants
Manage budgets and resources for technical and production needs
Lead production meetings
Oversee construction of scenery, creation and/or procurement of props, and execution of lighting and sound designs
Maintain all technical equipment, including tools, lighting, and sound systems
Keep the scene shop and backstage areas clean, well-stocked, and functional
Provide students with necessary technical drawings, schematics, and visual references
Demonstrate proficiency in the safe and effective use of all technical theatre equipment
Supervise and mentor students enrolled in Theatre Practicum I & II labs
Facilitate hands-on learning experiences
Ensure students remain organized, productive, and safe during all production periods
Step in to completing tasks when necessary to meet production deadlines or standards
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Proven knowledge and hands-on experience in technical theatre production
Strong organizational and people skills
Experience working with computerized systems and digital tools related to theatre production
Must be a member of a local evangelical Christian church
Nice to have:
Additional expertise in areas such as audio engineering, video production, or creative writing
What we offer:
Premium contributions for nationwide family-friendly Health and Dental coverages
Free life insurance that includes accidental death and dismemberment equal to an employee’s base salary
Access to optional employee-paid ancillary benefits like vision, hospitalization, critical illness, accident, additional employee-paid family life insurance coverages, and education benefits
Generous paid time off that includes annual granted vacation time, accrued sick leave, six annual holidays, and week-long breaks for Thanksgiving and Christmas
Employer matching opportunity for retirement investments in a 403(b)(9) plan
FREE family membership to the OBU Recreation and Wellness Center or RAWC