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Technical Director - Arts and Sciences - Music

Washington University in St. Louis
560 Building, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jun 2025
💰 $82,100/yr($49,700/yr$82,100/yr)

About the role

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Designs/implements the technical preparation and production for various performances, including lighting, video, sound and rigging systems for all events in assigned venue.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for technical/facility management.

  • Serves as liaison for internal/external contacts who are utilizing and/or renting assigned venue.

  • Acts as facility manager for venue.

  • Attends meetings related to event.

  • Implements designated technical systems (lighting, video, sound, etc.).

  • Hires, trains and supervises staff and/or student workers.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Normal office environment

Physical Effort

  • Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

  • Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.


Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Building Community, Communication, Digital Audio Workstation, Electrical Equipments, Electronic Troubleshooting, Equipment Troubleshooting, Lighting Controls, Lighting Fixture Installation, Motivation Management, Positive Thinking, Professional Etiquette, Smart Lighting, Sound Board Operation, Sound Control, Supervisory Management, Teamwork, Training and Development

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

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