Technical Director

Technical Director



Reports to: Production Manager

Time Commitment: Full-time. Occasional nights and weekends required.

Salary Range & other benefits can be found on our website: https://www.cfrt.org/about-us/#employment-auditions



Job Responsibilities



Production Oversight

• Ensures all technical aspects of the production work smoothly and safely

• Coordinates between the artistic and technical departments

• Creates construction drawings that translate set designer’s ideas into workable plan for carpenter(s)

• Coordinates with lighting and sound as well as the rehearsal schedule for the installation of the set and on stage time.

• Coordinates with the director and stage manager to ensure actor safety and fulfillment of director’s vision

• Oversees the placement and safety of any elements that are placed over the stage (rigging) and coordinating with lighting and fly crews.



Carpentry/Painting/Lighting

• Works alongside carpenter, painter and lighting crews as needed



Job Requirements



• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects involved in technical theatre, including construction, lighting equipment, rigging and sound.

• AutoCAD drafting

• Rigging

• Carpentry and best practices to ensure safety of staff

• Knowledge of vector works and CNC drafting/routing a plus

• Excellent people and time management skills a must

• Knowledge of Microsoft, and ability to learn other software systems as needed

• Ability to problem-solve

• Self-motivated individual, requiring minimal supervision

• Strong organizational and follow-through skills

• Strong creative skills

• Courteous, professional, good team-player and good sense of humor

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Budgeting experience

• Scenic Design experience a plus





To apply please submit cover letter and resume to