Performing Arts Technical Director

POSITION OVERVIEW

Join a growth-oriented, collaborative learning community committed to developing the whole person for college and life. Westminster hires and retains passionate, talented, diverse educators like you to prepare our students to be lifelong learners, well-equipped to address local and global challenges. Westminster excels regionally and nationally in every area of school life, from academics to the arts and athletics, achieving excellence through a wide range of programming — and we need you to help us! 

The Technical Director will oversee the technical needs of six or more theatrical productions and multiple concerts annually. Additionally, the Technical Director will consult on or manage several other campus performance spaces. The Technical Director will supervise and manage the school’s student tech crews, thus also needs to be proficient in instructional practices.  The successful candidate designs and builds productions, liaises on all aspects of backstage staffing, student crew, theater spaces (prop loft, costume areas, storage areas, sound booth, lighting booth, backstage, Green Room, dressing rooms, etc.)

For our part, Westminster stands ready to support you with exceptional resources, including a Center for Teaching that provides workshops, cohorts, coaching, travel grants, and resources to help you be your best. At Westminster, you are more than just an academic expert; you make a difference in the lives of students, colleagues, and families – and they, in turn, make a difference in yours.

Supervisor: Director of Performing Arts

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None

Position Status:  Salaried, exempt, full-time, 10-month

Hours of Work: Typical hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some weekend and evening work will be required, which can be balanced with typical hours in conversation with the supervisor.

Anticipated Start Date: January 6th, 2025
 

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for a successful candidate.

• Relevant undergraduate degree or experience in field; advance degree preferred
• Demonstrated success in Technical Direction; experience in educational settings preferred
• Proficiency in most or all of the following elements of theatrical production: Scenery design and construction, lighting design, sound design, costume design, wardrobe maintenance, and projection design
• Demonstrated success instructing and mentoring students in some or all of the areas listed above
• Familiarity with national trends and new technologies in technical theater and production
• Previous professional theatrical experience preferred
• Knowledge of safety standards in theater production and building
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate production schedules

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees all technical aspects of at least six annual productions, including lighting, sound, set design, and construction
• Collaborates with directors, designers, and p