Director, Theater Technical Services

Position Title Director, Theater Technical Services FLSA Classification EX Reports to Associate Dean, The Hartt School Salary Range F Weeks Per Year 52 Work Week 40 hours (minimum) Position Summary

Assumes responsibility for all aspects of the technical operations, stage facilities and equipment as well as related personnel associated with performances and productions held at The Hartt School, Lincoln Theater and Auerbach Auditorium. Manages the safety aspects of technical operations to ensure that personnel work in a safe manner at all times. Performs all duties in full support of the University's mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University's students.

Hiring Range $50,455 to $63,000 depending upon experience

Job Duties

This job description of the job is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned by the supervisor according to varying needs.

Description of Key Responsibility

Establishes, cultivates and maintains effective working relationships with visiting production personnel, campus departments and external organizations in an effort to determine the technical needs of each performance and/or event.

Description of Key Responsibility

Hires, train, supervises and evaluates a staff of electricians, carpenters, properties people, running crews and various theatrical specialists on a show by show basis for campus-wide theater projects and events.

Description of Key Responsibility

Oversees and monitors all expense budgets associated with Hartt productions. Prepares cost estimates of technical work for productions.

Advises departments on budgetary priorities and decisions. Determines budgetary breakdowns within sets, props, lights, costumes and special needs on a show by show basis.

Description of Key Responsibility

Establishes a schedule for all Hartt production activities and performances. Determines dates for design deadlines, load-in, painting, hang, focus, cueing and level setting sessions. Coordinates and oversees student intern positions in theatrical organizations and events both on and off campus.

Description of Key Responsibility

Oversees the engineering of scenic construction and installation for maximum cost efficiency and safety. Schedules, supervises and oversees all activities involved in sets, props, lights, sound recording, painting, focus, levels, load-in, etc. Provides training as necessary and/or appropriate.

Description of Key Responsibility

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number PS971P Working Conditions

Normal office situation.

High noise environment.

Requires travel, excluding overnight stays. Stockroom or warehouse.

High dust, dirt, grease environment.

Works with poor ventilation or with regular exposure to odors.

Education

Bachelor's Degree required.

Physical Effort

Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Typically standing and/or walking.

Moderate lifting or carrying 26-50lbs. Intermittently sitting, standing, stooping.

Using equipment requiring high dexterity.

Special Skills

The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Quick Link for Internal Postings https://hartford.peopleadmin.com/postings/6682