Technical Director/ Technical Designer MadeFirst - 2.2 Long Island City, NY Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $85,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork 3D modeling software Technical documentation Attention to detail Design development Theater experience Cross-functional collaboration Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description Position Overview:

Responsible for creating detailed technical drawings and schematics to support project planning, fabrication, and execution. This role involves collaboration with engineers and project leads to ensure all designs meet project specifications and production standards, providing accurate and build-ready documentation across a range of projects.

Qualifications:

8+ years of experience in drafting or a related field, ideally within fabrication, entertainment, theatrical, or live event environments Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD and BricsCAD Familiarity with SketchUp, and Rhino is a plus Strong attention to detail and precision in technical work Knowledge of drafting techniques, standards, and symbols Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to evolving project needs Excellent communication skills for cross-department coordination

Responsibilities:

Develop detailed technical drawings using software such as AutoCAD, BricsCAD, Collaborate with engineers and architects to translate concepts into accurate technical documentation Create 2D schematics and visual representations for design and fabrication teams Ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards across all drafted plans Review and revise drawings based on feedback or project updates Support documentation for project bids and proposals

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off Retirement plan Application Question(s): What is your experience with creating technical drawings for client projects in a stage or theatre background? Can you provide a portfolio of existing CAD or technical drawings from a theatre or set design project? Are you willing to do a CAD drafting test to be considered for the role?

Experience:

Theater:

5 years (Required)

CAD:

3 years (Required)

Scenic Design or Theatrical Technical Direction:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person