Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Assistant Technical Director
Type of Position
Staff - Full Time
Department
Dept of Humanities
Appointment Length
July - June (12 mo)
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
Published Salary
Requested Part-Time Staff Hours
NA
F.T.E.
1.00
Grant Funded Position?
No
If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending
date
Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities
About the Position:
The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for departmentally
produced shows, including theatrical productions for Masquers, Town
and Gown, and Academy for the Arts; musical productions for the
Fairmont State bands and choirs, and special events, as required.
The position provides scenic construction and technical support.
Assists students in the execution of related projects. Assists the
Technical Director in maintaining the Scene Shop as a safe and
efficient working environment.
Responsibilities:
- Production support
- Works with the Technical Director in executing scenic designs
for productions;
Works within the confines of established production budgets and
productions schedules;
Works within University purchasing guidelines and coordinate
with the Technical Director to obtain materials and services for
the realization of designs and other production requirements.
Oversees the construction, installations, operations,
maintenance and removal of the scenery and other elements that fall
under the responsibility of the scene shop for each
production.
Operates and supervises students in use of relevant digital
technology, including AutoCad, LED /automated fixture programming,
digital sound boardm and Qlab.
Student supervision
- Guides students as to the proper construction and execution of
projects;
- Supervises and mentors students fulfilling design or other
production assignments as it relates to the scene shop.
Scenic Construction
- Works with Technical Director to determine proper methods for
construction of scenic elements and create construction drawings as
needed;
- Carries out the construction of these elements in a timely
manner;
- Communicates any needs or adjustments regarding construction to
the Technical Director
- Works with the Technical Director to build, buy, modify or
otherwise source suitable furniture and hand props for events
within the production’s constraints of time and budget; and
- Assists the Technical Director in coordinating approved
external scenic, furniture and properties rentals requests.
Shop Maintenance
- Follows schedules established by the Technical Director for
periodic maintenance of Scene Shop resources; and
- Incorporates cleaning time into each day’s schedule to maintain
an uncluttered and safe work area.
Communication, leadership, planning, analytical skills, and
decision making
- Communication
- Provides frequent, constructive feedback to staff as
appropriate.
- Leadership
- Ensures staff has the necessary knowledge, skills, and/or
abilities to accomplish goals; and
- Gives staff opportunities to enhance knowledge, skills,
abilities, and/or experiences.
- Planning, Analytical Skills, and Decision Making
- Exercises good judgment and analytical skills as needed in
making decisions and solving problems; and
- Effectively identifies and addresses root problems, plan and
coordinates projects efficiently and effectively.
Minimum Required Education
BFA in Technical Theatre, or BA in Theatre with a focus and
appropriate experience in Technical Theatre
Required Licenses and/or Certifications
None
Minimum Required Qualifications
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of
this position, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (often several
hours at a time during events or performances)
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25–50 pounds
(e.g., props, equipment, staging materials)
- Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights up
to approximately 15 feet (e.g., focusing lights, hanging equipment,
accessing grid
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead
frequently
- Ability to use hands and fingers to handle tools, equipment,
and controls (e.g., lighting/sound equipment, rigging tools)
- Ability to work in a variety of environments, including
low-light backstage settings and elevated or confined spaces
- Ability to hear and respond to verbal cues in a fast-paced
performance environment
- Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings and
weekends, as required by performance schedules
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (if
loading/unloading or events require it)
- Ability to work with external groups who may want to use the
theatre’s facilities for their own events
- Ability to operate basic theater or stage equipment safely
- Comfort working in high-noise environments during performances
or setup
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2026087SP
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Hire Date
Negotiable
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
08/17/2026
Job Close Date
09/21/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Advertising Summary
Quicklink for Posting
https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/10719
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