What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Director (Theatrical) Job at ZACHARY SCOTT THEATER CENTER in Austin position at ZACHARY SCOTT THEATER CENTER?
Description :
ZACH is a non-profit organization that creates intimate theatre experiences that ignite the imagination, inspire the spirit, and engage the community. The Technical Director is in charge of the on-time and on-budget execution of Scenery for Main Stage, Family Series, Education, and Event productions, including support of Development and Marketing events, at the direction of the Director of Production. This position works in conjunction with the Stage Operations Supervisor and Assistant Technical Director in order to achieve high pace and safe scenery change overs, including leading load-in and load-out of scenery, automation, and special effects. This role maintains budgets, creates calendars, schedules, hires and supervises technical personnel for all operations at the Nowlin-Renaud Scenic Studios, including Scenery and Paint shops. This position is responsible for guiding the scenic construction and engineering decisions throughout the design process including automation and special effects. In conjunction with the Assistant Technical Director, the TD produces accurate and detailed drawing packets including ground plans, sections, and construction drawings for all productions. The TD is responsible for the daily operations of the Nowlin-Renaud Scenic Studios supervising the fabrication and paint shops and their teams and resources.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Supervises the Nowlin-Renaud Scenic Studios Scenic and paint shops including the building and delivery of all scenery, automation, and special effects for all productions–this includes the reviewing, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, drafting, construction, installation / load in, storing, and load out of all theatrical productions
- Responsible for the development of engineering and construction solutions for production design, including automation solutions, structural design, rigging solutions, and material specification and procurement
- Responsible for the development of build schedules and estimates in coordination with the Assistant Technical Director and Lead Scenic Charge
- Supervises the execution of technical and construction drawings by the Assistant Technical Director for all Scenic, Paints, and Properties
- Orchestrates Load-In and attends Technical and Dress Rehearsals, and Design Meetings at the Director of Production’s direction
- Implements Nowlin-Renaud Scenic Studios workplace safety program and develops new protocols and processes to maintain safe and best practices in a dynamic workplace, including holding weekly meetings about safety and current productions
- Supervises all scenery and paint staff of the Nowlin-Renaud Scenic Studios including approval of timesheets, PTO requests, performance feedback, review and growth, and hiring / termination of full-time, part-time, and temporary part-time staff
- Maintains all production equipment, tools, stock goods, and scenery at the Nowlin-Renaud Scenic Studios
- Coordinates all facility repairs, maintenance, inspections, and compliance of the Scenic Studios in coordination with the ZACH Facilities Lead and General Manager
- Works effectively with the Stage Operations Supervisor, Lighting Supervisor, Audio Visual Manager, and other departments to coordinate and achieve safe, efficient, and high paced changeovers
- Keeps the Director of Production informed of any problems within the Scenery Department via weekly budget updates and general sharing of information
- Oversees FIFO Materials Inventory system for Scenic Studios
- Development and maintenance of production and show budgets, as well as the submission of receipts to Finance according to set deadlines and processes
- Special Events : Works with Development, Director of Production, and the Artistic Director in the scheduling, logistics and technical requirements of company events
- Supports technical needs of facility rentals
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
This is an on-site, campus-based role. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to : Director of Production
Supervises (if any) : Scenic Studios Scenery and Paint Staff, Overhire Artisans and Technicians
Supports : Production, Development, Education, Rentals
Peer collaboration / communicates with : Costume Shop Manager, Stage Operations Supervisor, Lighting Supervisor, Audio Visual Manager, Wardrobe Supervisor, and other members of the Production Team
This is a full-time, exempt position.
ZACH is committed to ensuring an equitable and inclusive workforce and we strive for a team that reflects Austin’s diverse culture. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, sex or age.
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