Technical Director - Penobscot Theatre Company

Penobscot Theatre Company Seeks Technical Director



*Organizational Overview*

Penobscot Theatre Company is a nonprofit regional professional theatre company in Bangor, Maine. Our mission is to produce high-quality, professional theatre works and programs that inspire the imagination and cultivate a lifelong passion for the art form in the heart of Maine and beyond. Having earned a reputation for excellence and innovation for nearly 50 years, the company seeks to broaden its impact as the region’s cultural cornerstone – an engine of creativity, intellectual stimulation, economic growth, and fun. By creating distinctive live theatre performances and programs that fully engage the heart and mind, we will continue to fuel the imagination of our audience, cultivate connections and understanding, and deeply enrich our community.



*Position Overview*

The Technical Director directly manages the scenic production elements of 7-8 mainstage plays and 4 youth productions throughout the calendar year. They ensure that all elements unfold on or below budget, on schedule, and meet the highest standards of safety and artistic excellence. They manage a team of professional scenic staff and help coordinate the use of volunteers to support the team as necessary. They also play a leadership role within the community and a supporting role in accommodating events at the Bangor Opera House, including rentals to external parties.



*Responsibilities*

-Daily supervision of the shop staff

-Ensure scene shop is safe, clean, and maintained

-Utilize 15-20 hours per week as a Carpenter (more during tech weeks)

-Analyze scenic designs and estimate build costs as a part of design approval with Production Manager and Artistic Director

-Forge working relationships (and help maintain existing ones) with Designers, including solutions for the inevitable issues that may arise while realizing the design

-Create working drawings for all scenic builds with the help of the Assistant Technical Director (ATD)

-In conjunction with the ATD, create weekly calendars and see that they are followed

-Collaborate with the ATD to ensure all purchasing needs are met

-Oversee and lead scenic builds and painting calls

-Oversee and approve all rigging

-Supervision and general operation of counterweight fly system (including oversight/assistance of annual maintenance)

-Maintain scenic and production supply budgets and keep accurate records of purchases, submitting in a timely manner to the Business Manager

-Collaborate with Production Manager and Assistant Technical Director setting build and install schedules

-Attend all load-in/load-outs, leading as necessary

Work with the Production Manager to ensure stage area is safe, clean, and maintained

-Maintain inventory of equipment and set up maintenance schedules

Maintain stock scenery, furniture inventory, and storage of scenic items

-Provide general support for the overall production quality of each show

-Attend Department Head, Staff, and Production meetings as scheduled

-Report all capital project safety needs and upgrades to the PM for discussion and approval

-Provide assistance when needed for technical set-ups on the property for special events

-Assist with building maintenance and improvements as needed on all properties

-Uphold EDI values in all interactions and continue to expand both personal and professional growth in these areas.

-Other duties as assigned; may include opening up or locking buildings outside of regular business hours.

*Education and Experience Preferred*

-Bachelor’s degree; preferably in Technical Direction or Theater Production

-Experience working as TD, or three years as ATD, at a professional level



*Desired Skills and Knowledge*

-AutoCAD 2D & 3D or Vectorworks

-Computer skills with proficiencies in Microsoft word, excel, and Google Drive

-Willingness to learn programs such as Airtable and Qlab

-Basic theatrical lighting and sound

-Budgeting, structural design, theatrical carpentry, woodworking, welding, and rigging

-Ability to multitask and work well under pressure; meet deadlines.

-Must be self-motivated with strong organizational skills; a positive attitude is essential.



*Staff and Reporting Relationships*

The Technical Director reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for management of Assistant Technical Director, Head Carpenter, Scenic Charge, and any other scenic shop hires.

*You’ll be a great fit if:*

-You have a passion and enthusiasm for theatre, arts, and arts education.

-You are a critical thinker with an ability to problem solve

-You thrive in collaborative environments

-You are comfortable with managing multiple projects

-You stay calm under pressure

-You are self-directed and eager to learn new things

-You are a champion of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion values.



*Compensation and Benefits*

Salary Range: $43,000

Hours: 40 hours minimum expected

The Technical Director position is a full-time (exempt), salaried position. This individual may participate in the employee benefit plan offered to other full-time employees. This description is not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals who work at Penobscot Theatre Company are “at will” employees.



*How to Apply*

Interested applicants to should send a resume and cover letter to jobs@penobscottheatre.org with the subject line "Technical Director"
Salary: $43,000/yr