Assistant Technical Director

Concord Academy, an independent, co-educational boarding and day school renowned for its world-class faculty, passionate students, and graduates who make their mark on the world, seeks to fill a full-time opening for an assistant technical director to support its arts and institutional programming. Founded in 1922, Concord Academy has long balanced high academic standards with a focus on educating the whole student through a rich curriculum that includes the arts, athletics, and cultural opportunities. Self-expression, storytelling, and careful listening are hallmarks of the Concord Academy experience. We actively seek applicants who reflect and support our mission-driven commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse and equitable school community. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong desire to incorporate inclusive teaching practices and advance the tenets of the school's mission. The school seeks an assistant technical director to help oversee a vibrant program of productions, coursework, and events. As a member of the production team (including Technical Director, Production Manager, etc.), the ATD will help plan, coordinate, supervise, and run curricular production work as well as assist with all-school and student life events. The successful candidate will be both an experienced technician with a demonstrated interest in arts education. This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Qualifications:

Theater production and design experience Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred Experience with lighting and sound design General knowledge of electrical distribution and safety practices Set construction experience and working knowledge of shop safety/OSHA standards Experience in education preferred Willingness to work evening and weekend hours Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record Successful candidates must pass fingerprinting and

MA CORI/SORI

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Responsibilities:

Provide production support in the following areas: Scenic carpentry Lighting design and electrics Sound design and A/V Works closely with Tech Crew students after school and during tech week to prepare the students to run productions, concerts, and events including performance night supervision. Supports A/V needs for all-school events across campus. Helps organize and maintain all storage areas and equipment. Supports the technical aspects of CA Summer Camp programs.

Job Requirements:

Frequent standing, walking, carrying, and lifting moderately heavy items, 50-70 lbs, will be required. The job also requires climbing stairs and ladders, using lifts, and working at heights. There is periodic background noise from machinery and music instruments in the same building. Occasional work outside regular office hours (evenings and weekends) will be necessary, particularly during events. The school provides a competitive benefits package and salary is commensurate with experience. Student-facing staff members at Concord Academy participate fully in the life of the school; responsibilities include advising, serving on committees and/or clubs, and periodically providing an adult presence at school events. On-campus housing may be available, but it is limited, and employees are not required to live at the school. Interested candidates are asked to send a cover letter and resume via the ADP portal addressed to: Michael Bennett, Performing Arts Department Head. To learn more about Concord Academy, please visit our website: www.concordacademy.org.

Annual salary range:

$45,000-$50,000