Part time Technical Director
Vacancy expired!
The Technical Director is responsible for supervision and implementation lighting and sound for Philipstown Depot Theatre productions. The TD needs a strong work ethic including excellent organizational skills and the ability to develop & maintain positive, collaborative relationships and communication with all artistic parties (designers,actors, etc.) as well as administrative staff, board members & volunteers. The TD reports directly to the Artistic Director and the Executive Director.
Responsibilities:
,Sets up, maintains and operates sound, lighting, stage and other technical equipment and systems and secures assistants as needed.
Ensures smooth operation of the technical aspects of all productions
May oversee (or delegate) board operation during performances
Active teacher for interns learning how to operate lighting and sound boards.
Purchases, leases and/or borrows equipment as needed, within specified budgetary limits
Makes recommendations to the Executive Director regarding capital purchases of technical equipment
Ensures that invoices for payment and/or receipts for disbursement, with respect to authorized expenditures, are promptly submitted
Monitors the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; arranges for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; and performs preventive maintenance on equipment
Maintains current knowledge of all equipment and supervises training on all equipment
Helps recruit, manage and retain student lighting and board operators
Capable of heavy lifting; able to use ladders and work on the lighting grid.
Stays abreast of new technology and software relative to lighting and audio engineering.
Vacancy expired!