SINGLE CARROT THEATRE SEEKS TECHNICAL DIRECTOR FOR PRODUCTION OF PINK MILK

Single Carrot Theatre is seeking a Technical Director for upcoming production of Pink Milk.

This position will work closely with the Artistic Director and Production Manager on Pink Milk. This includes leading a team of technical assistants, managing and executing all technical elements of production, supporting production designers in creating plans for design elements (ground plans, light plots, set/prop piece schematics), and evaluating design feasibility (based on Singe Carrot’s available budget, equipment, and labor capacity).

Ideal applicants possess a background in theatre production building, with an emphasis on carpentry and electrics, will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities, and possess good written and oral communication skills.

Pertinent Dates are as follows:

Start Date: Immediately

Build Timeline: Build takes place according to the TD and Tech Assistants’ schedules. Should begin in late January/early February.

Tech Rehearsals: April 19- 25

Opening: April 26

Strike: May 19-May 26

Additional Hours: TD is expected to be present at 4 Production Meetings and 2 Design Runs on weekday evenings.

Job Duties

Leads build for production and manages all technical logistics for production
Creates technical drawings for design elements and manages construction of set elements.
Supervises technical assistants and sets work schedule.
Manages production budgets along with designers
Leads light hang, light focus and audio set up.
Updates and maintains Single Carrot’s inventory lists
Maintains cleanliness and organization in both the theatre and shop facilities
Attends production meetings and department meetings
Provides regular communication to creative team about progress of build.
Regularly reviews rehearsal and performance reports
During run, fixes any set, sound or lights issues that arise.

Qualifications

Experience managing builds for theatrical productions and constructing sets.
Has a knowledge of and prioritizes safe practices and industry safety standards
Ability to read light plots and scenic blueprints.
Working knowledge of Qlab, including programming and troubleshooting
Knowledge of ETC Element
Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
Comfortable climbing ladder and working at height of 17′

Salary and Benefits

This an independent contractor project based position. Stipend is $2500.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected], Subject line “Production Technical Director”

Categories:

Production Theater

Employer Name:

Single Carrot Theatre

Job Title:

Technical Director

Employer Website:

http://singlecarrot.com

Employer Contact Information:

[email protected]

Job Submission Requirements:

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected], Subject line “Production Technical Director”

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