What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Director position at Peace Center?
Position Summary
The Technical Director manages the daily technical operation of all venues: the 2,115-seat Peace Concert Hall, the 400-seat Gunter Theatre, and the 1,350-capacity outdoor Peace Pavilion, Coach Music Factory, a 1,300-capacity, three-tiered, flat floor music club which will feature a range of genres; The Mockingbird, a 250-capacity listening room with a casual, intimate lounge featuring up-and-coming and established musicians; and The Studio, a professional podcast and recording studio. This role will report to the Director of Production and execute the production of events on the Peace Center campus. Annually the Peace Center presents a variety of performances including 10 to 12 weeks of touring Broadway and 60 to 70 single night performances. The Technical Director will also collaborate with our resident performing arts companies who call the Peace Center home for 50 to 60 performances.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Include, But Are Not Limited To)
The Technical Director manages the daily technical operation of all venues: the 2,115-seat Peace Concert Hall, the 400-seat Gunter Theatre, and the 1,350-capacity outdoor Peace Pavilion, Coach Music Factory, a 1,300-capacity, three-tiered, flat floor music club which will feature a range of genres; The Mockingbird, a 250-capacity listening room with a casual, intimate lounge featuring up-and-coming and established musicians; and The Studio, a professional podcast and recording studio. This role will report to the Director of Production and execute the production of events on the Peace Center campus. Annually the Peace Center presents a variety of performances including 10 to 12 weeks of touring Broadway and 60 to 70 single night performances. The Technical Director will also collaborate with our resident performing arts companies who call the Peace Center home for 50 to 60 performances.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Include, But Are Not Limited To)
- Supervise staff and local labor during scheduled calls to ensure proper use of house equipment and efficient use of labor.
- As assigned, advance events, meet with clients, technical staff, and Peace Center personnel to discuss production needs and schedule crew calls.
- Maintain a safe working environment for all performance and support areas ensuring that all building, electrical, and fire codes are adhered to, and Peace Center safety procedures and OSHA regulations are followed.
- Develop and maintain a sustainable Preventative Maintenance Program for theatrical systems and equipment.
- Direct the maintenance and repair of equipment in all venues including scheduling annual inspections and maintenance of equipment, rigging, forklift, genie lifts and motors.
- Assist in evaluating and recommending production and capital upgrades and purchases and assist the Director of Production with the development of the capital budget.
- Assist in training staff and stagehands; including fly rail and rigging safety.
- Handle administrative matters relative to production department personnel.
- Responsible for purchasing of supplies, materials, and equipment for the department including generating and tracking of P.O.’s.
- Other duties as assigned and deemed necessary to the position.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in live theater production.
- 5 years supervisory experience related to production.
- College degree in related field preferred.
- Working knowledge of technical rider advance preparation.
- Vectorworks experience preferred.
- Fluent knowledge of computer drafting programs.
- Ability to read drawings, plans, and make adjustments.
- Ability to lead others with confidence and integrity.
- Able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals at various levels.
- Ability to use a variety of industry standard tools, materials, and equipment to complete assigned projects.