Technical Director

Technical Director Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts

• 3.0 Fort Worth, TX Job Details Full-time $275
• $375 a day 3 hours ago Qualifications Theater Budget management Budget control Driver's License Driving Theater Budget preparation Lighting design

Full Job Description Position Title:

Technical Director Reports to:

Principal Department:

Production Position Category:

12 month agreement, exempt, full-time

Position Summary:

In collaboration with administration and fine arts faculty, design and execute all technical requirements for District productions with an eye toward safety and high quality. Create a positive learning environment in which to instruct students in all aspects of technical theatre and performing arts, and supervise students and volunteers for productions.

Essential Job Functions:

Create a positive, safe working environment, and be a role model and mentor for students Design or supervise all technical elements for productions Develop appropriate budgets and plans for large and small scale productions and exhibitions Supervise and schedule students for technical crew positions and stage-management Work within the vision of the organization to produce a finished and budget-appropriate production before deadlines Supervise, coordinate, and assign students in construction and maintenance of production elements Support fine and performing arts projects or events, on and off campus during the school day, after school, and on weekends Maintain equipment and performance facilities Attend and give reports during staff, production, and post-production meetings Provide technical expertise and support for outside organizations during facility rentals Others as assigned

Essential Job Requirements:

Education

• college degree with a concentration in Technical Theatre preferred; some college with demonstrated work history may be considered as equivalent Experience
• ideally a minimum three years technical theatre experience; limited technical theatre experience will be taken into consideration. Prior teaching experience preferred. Required Skills and Capabilities
• must be able to design and construct props, scenery, sets, lighting, and sound; ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team; excellent verbal and written communication; budget planning/management Preferred Skills and Capabilities
• integration of technical theater classes into productions; current in design and build technologies and software Physical Requirements
• ability to carry up to 75 lbs.

; valid driver license