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Walnut Street Theatre

Assistant Technical Director

Pay: $60,000–$62,000/yr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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What they do

A Set or Exhibit Designer designs display booths or exhibits for museums, galleries or trade shows. Develops drawings and plans to accommodate the specific space, lighting and temperature requirements of materials to be exhibited; builds or supervises building of exhibits. Designs stage sets and scenery for performances, primarily for live theater performances, or sets for filmed performances or for events such as press conferences. Works with directors and producers to plan props and materials needed for a show.

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Job Description

Assistant Technical Director Walnut Street Theatre - 3.7 Philadelphia, PA Job Details $60,000 - $62,000 a year 21 hours ago Qualifications Electrical work Research Stage rigging Full Job Description Walnut Street Theatre, America's oldest theatre, seeks experienced Assistant Technical Director to join our fast-paced production team. The ATD works closely with Technical Director in the implementing all scenic elements for WST's mainstage, studio, and children's theatre productions; supervising all scene shop staff and apprentices, and budgeting of all scenic designs.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with TD to engineer, develop, and draft all scenic elements and shop drawings using AutoCAD Assist TD in providing accurate material and labor estimates for all scenic, paint, and props for all WST productions Research material and build methods for scenic elements Maintain build and load-in schedules Schedule and supervise all shop personnel Provide training for WST shop apprentices Order materials as required Assist the TD in the scheduling and arranging of scenery, props, and tool transportation between the shop and theatre Attend all load-in, load-out and technical rehearsals as needed Maintain an accurate inventory of all tools, soft goods, and stored scenic elements Foster a safe, positive working environment

Qualifications:

Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD drafting, including 3D drafting techniques Minimum 3-5 years professional scene shop experience, including experience in Technical Direction Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 oCice suite Excellent communication skills Proficient in theatrical rigging, electrical wiring, and CNC Programming Valid driver's license Ability to drive a 16' box truck in a city environment Ability to lift 50 lbs. Compensation & Benefits $60,000-$62,000 annually with excellent benefits package and bonus potential

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume to Matthew Given, Director of Production at EOE