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ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit, Maine seeks experienced Assistant Technical Director for our 2022 Season. Approximate dates of employment between March and November 2022. Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented and remain focused and positive in a fast paced working environment. Excellent theatrical carpentry skills are necessary. Drafting capabilities are a plus. Expected duties include (but are not limited to): ● Work with Technical Director to ensure that all shows are completed on schedule and to the high standards of OPH ● Demonstrate proficiency in the safe operation of power tools, scenic carpentry, and theatrical rigging ● Maintain a clean and safe working environment ● Lead build for all Main Stage Productions. (Large Musicals) ● Assign daily tasks and supervise scenic staff of 4-5 carpenters, plus occasional over hires while also building. ● Coordinate with TD, Scenic Charge, & Props Master the day to day activities and needs for the Productions ● Other Scenic duties as assigned by TD ● Work with Scene Shop Supervisor to maintain proper and safe use of shop tools & materials ● Oversee a thorough clean up at the end if every work day ● Encourage a positive work environment and the maintaining of high standards ● Professional Experience in scenic construction in a steel, aluminium, & wood Scene Shop ● Excellent personal, organizational, time management, & communications skills ● Must be able to adapt to a fast pace environment, working extended shifts (12-14 hrs) when needed ● Ability to work overnights for Tech Weeks (4, 12hr days typically) ● Strong Steel (Mig) and Aluminium (spool gun) welding skills ● Solid knowledge of Theatrical Rigging ● Ability to climb and work on a ladder ● Ability to lift/carry 50 pounds • Strong collaborator Pay $16-18/hr. with 1.5x over 40hr includes housing. (Regular workweek is five, M-F, 9 hr. days) Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website: http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/about-us Please send letter, resume, portfolio and references to Geof Dolan, Technical Director, at production@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include 2022 ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR in the subject line.

 

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