Job Title: Technical Director

Status: Full-time, non-exempt

Pensacola Little Theatre is seeking a seasoned Technical Director to oversee the scenic, lighting, and sound design for its productions and to facilitate the technical needs for events at The Clark Family Cultural Center. The Technical Director joins a team of nine Pensacola Little Theatre staff, including a Scene Shop Supervisor.

A candidate for PLT’s Technical Director position will be experienced with the following scenic, lighting, and sound design software and systems:

• Drafting: AutoCAD or Vectorworks)
• Sound and Projection: QLab
• Digital Sound Board: Yamaha TF3
• Lighting Console: Eos Ion Xe
• Rigging System: 27 line set double purchase

Additionally, the Technical Director is well-versed in and capable of managing the following:

• Supervise, set up, and maintain lighting and sound systems for productions, special events, and rental clients within the theatre
• Aid volunteers to finalize designs and operate systems once approved
• Turn designs into technical drafts to be used in tandem with the Scene Shop Supervisor
• Oversee and assist with set and stage construction and management
• Work in conjunction with the production team throughout an entire production
• Orient facility renters and volunteers to safely and adequately operate PLT systems and act as the technical point of contract for rentals
• Assist in recruiting, training, and assignment of volunteer/paid technical staff for individual shows/events
• Creation and supervision of production budgets and authorized purchasing
• Monitor the condition of theatre equipment; arrange for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; perform preventive maintenance; and maintain inventory
• Make recommendations to the Executive Director regarding capital purchases of equipment
• Adhere to a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed such as during tech week, strike, load-in/load-out, annual fundraising events, and more.

A minimum of five years professional experience is required, with preference to candidates with BA/BFA in technical theatre, theatre design, theatre arts, or related field. Candidates must be able to handle heights exceeding 50 feet, with the ability to lift at least 50 pounds using appropriate tools. The Technical Director will work well with a diverse array of volunteers on both the artistic and executive aspects of the theatre.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Compensation package:

• Bonus pay
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus
• Yearly pay

Experience level:

• 6 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pensacola, FL 32502: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Technical Theatre: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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