What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Technical Director position at The Cape Playhouse?
The historic Cape Playhouse in Dennis, MA — the theater where Broadway goes to summer- is accepting resumes for an Assistant Technical Director for our 2025 Summer Season which includes productions of Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, Rent, Anastasia, Come From Away, and Joan. The rate for this position is . This is a full time position with opportunity for overtime after 40 hrs a week at a rate of $27.75/hour.
This contract begins on May 5th and ends on September 28th. There is some flexibility to start and end dates. Housing may be provided.
The Assistant Technical Director reports to the Technical Director.
The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for aiding in all elements of scenic engineering, construction, load-ins, and strikes typical of a traditional summer theater. They will directly assist the Technical Director based on their needs and the needs of the shop. This includes aiding the technical director in drafting scenic elements, costing sets and managing the shop.
Applicant must have excellent communication skills and be a team player. Proficiency in Vectorworks and/or AutoCAD required. At least 2 years experiences working in a professional shop is required.. Skillset should also include construction skills, the ability to cost sets, materials purchasing, welding (MIG) and rigging. ATD must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting, bending, standing, climbing.
The Cape Playhouse values collaboration, hard-work, compassion, and creativity.
The Cape Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract, Seasonal
Pay: $18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Nights as needed
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Location:
- Dennis, MA 02638 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $28