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Employment Status: Staff

Description of Key Responsibility:

+ Support the Technical Director and Production Manager in the organization, operation, and maintenance of all technical production equipment, expendables, and venue infrastructure.

+ Provide hands-on expertise in lighting, electrics, and rigging.

+ Operate and troubleshoot audio systems as required for supported events.

+ Supervise and guide student production staff, assisting with on-site leadership and skill development through on-the-job mentorship.

+ Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external partners, ensuring smooth technical coordination for campus and community events.

+ Serve as the on-site technical lead for assigned performances and activities.

+ Conduct routine inspections, cleaning, and maintenance of performance spaces and equipment; help maintain organized and safe work areas.

+ Reinforce and model safety best practices, including College and departmental safety policies.

+ Maintain detailed inventories of technical equipment and supplies, identifying needs for replacement or upgrade.

+ Collaborate with colleagues across campus to support the success of events that take place in the College’s performing arts venues.

+ Any other duties as appropriately assigned by Production Manager or Technical Director

OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.

+ Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.

+ Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities.

Education/Training:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or five years of equivalent professional experience in technical theatre, live event production, or venue management.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Fluency within the ETC Eos ecosystem, lighting networks, Paradigm, and ETC Sensor 3.

+ Competency in programming intelligent lighting fixtures.

+ Proficiency in Vectorworks CAD Software.

+ Dante Certification.

Experience:

2+ years supervisory or managerial experience. Ability to operate in PC and MacOS environments.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Technical Director provides direct support for campus and external rental events in Wentz Concert Hall, Madden Black Box Theatre, Meiley Swallow Theatre, Pfeiffer Auditorium and Heininger Auditorium – with the exception of designing academic Theatre Department productions.

This is not a faculty or academic teaching position. Instead, it’s a highly collaborative, service-oriented role focused on ensuring exceptional onsite technical support, efficient venue operations, and a positive experience for everyone who steps on our stages — from students and faculty to guest artists and external partners.