Technical Director Duties and Responsibilities
Purpose of Classification:
Coordinates and ensures readiness of all technical elements of stage
production which include lighting, sound, scenery and equipment
requirements. This classification requires a flexible work schedule
in order to meet the needs of the department.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is
second in a series of three classifications and is distinguished
from the Technical Director Senior in that the Senior typically
supervises this level and manages preparation of technical elements
for production.
Examples of Duties:
- Coordinate the activities of subordinates.
- Coordinates the execution or executes the lighting and sound
systems; coordinates the design and/or designs lighting effects.
- Coordinates with artists or production representatives and
reads contracts to ascertain needs for the production;
determines feasibility and makes arrangements for special
staging, rental equipment, special effects, parking and
security.
- Assists in determining staffing needs and scheduling crews
for events.
- Monitors budget for each event advising appropriate party if
approaching budgetary limit.
- Coordinates the state and equipment set up and the loading
and unloading of trucks.
- Recommends purchase of new or replacement equipment; orders
and obtains materials for production.
- Consults with program or stage chairpersons of amateur
organizations to coordinate production ideas and provide advice
regarding feasibility ideas.
- Oversees and maintains inventory on all items and equipment,
participates in ordering or orders supplies.
- Performs safety checks on equipment and facilities ensuring
safety guidelines are being met.
- Conducts backstage tours as required.
- Teaches production classes as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of stage management principles and practices.
- Skill in stage production methods and techniques.
- Skill in both verbal and written communication.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with a major in Drama or related field AND two
years of stage management and theater production experience; OR, Six
years of stage drama experience which includes three years of stage
management and theater production experience; OR, Any equivalent
combination of experience and/or education from which comparable
knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
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