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Technical Director- Applicants must have experience managing a scene shop, be able to create, read and understand technical drawings with moderate hand drafting skills (vectorworks or autocad experience is a plus). Other skills should include: strong wood working skills and theatrical rigging practices, ability to take and give direction, capable of completing a project from start to finish on a deadline, working in a fast-paced schedule, good time management skills, ability to communicate clearly with directors, designers, PSM and crew. (Experience operating ETC lighting consoles, and troubleshooting intelligent lighting fixtures is a plus.) Prefer someone who is solution oriented with a collaborative attitude. This is not just a desk job. In addition to paperwork duties, the TD is expected to build scenery/props. A computer will NOT be provided by the theatre. ,
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Responsibilities include, but not limited to: ,
\x95Overseeing management, maintenance, and safety of scene shop and prop shop ,
\x95Working closely with ATD to create/explain construction drafting based on designer drawings, and to determine build schedule. ,
\x95Determining materials needed for each project - purchasing/ordering materials, tracking, collecting receipts, and receiving orders. ,
\x95Maintaining budget reports for each area per show ,
\x95Training crew on the preferred method of construction ,
\x95Collaborating with scenic artist and props designer on construction schedules ,
\x95Ensuring the completion of all set elements ,
\x95Rigging ,
\x95Communicating with master electrician to ensure appropriate implementation of light plot,
\x95Managing strikes and load-ins for each set ,
\x95Working on multiple productions within tight timelines,
\x95Maintaining organization in the scene shop, storage units, materials racks, and backstage areas. ,
\x95Maintaining a safe work environment,
\x95Facilitating technical rehearsals \x96 Assist in training run crew as needed ,
\x95Being present at any and all production meetings. ,
\x95Checking in with director/designer/PSM regularly regarding progress of show, and its needs. ,
\x95Providing support for special events or company projects as needed ,
\x95Prior experience safely loading/hauling/unloading scenery from box truck is a plus ,
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Workdays will also include:,
-bending-painting,
-carrying-twisting,
-climbing ladders-working in the sun,
-crawling-working at night,
-emptying trash-working on holidays,
-kneeling-sawdust,
-lifting-sweeping,
-loud noises-pushing,
-math-pulling,
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