"Technical Theatre Director - English Department"

POSITION SUMMARY:

Coordinate implementation of the technical elements of stage productions, which includes sound, lighting, scenery and equipment requirements. Also assist with various building duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintaining all theater equipment including all theatrical lighting instruments and systems, all sound equipment and systems, costume shop equipment, box-office equipment, and any other equipment used in theatrical productions as needed.
• Designing, modeling, rendering, building and painting sets for theatre productions.
• Supervising all use of the theatrical equipment for student performance groups on campus (i.e., Red Masquers, Summer Company, Mary Pappert School of Music recitals, et. al.).
• Managing and teaching work study students, technical theatre students and student crew volunteers in all technical elements of theatre as they relate to departmental productions and events.
• Performing safety checks on equipment and ensures that safety guidelines are being met.
• Maintaining and supervising the storage facility including developing a plan for storage of the Red Masquers’ props, furniture and costumes.
• Facilitating the lending of props, furniture and costumes to other theater companies.
• Developing and maintaining the theater shop for the construction of sets and props.
• Designing and supervising the construction of sets for theater productions.
• Keeping the theater stocked with supplies and tools.
• Coordinating the rental and booking of the theater.
• Arranging the banks of seats for different productions and/or other events.
• Designing and maintaining a standard light plot which can be used for multiple events.
• Coordinating load-ins and strikes of shows.
• Supervising all student involvement with theater equipment.
• Teaching technical theatre courses.
• Providing technical assistance for classes, theatre rentals, community events, showcase weekends, etc.
• Managing budgets for the Theater Arts program and Red Masquers.
• Making purchases with a procurement card and ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reporting.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from accredited institution.
• 4-5 years of relevant experience.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Working knowledge of all aspects of the theatre—production and technical as well as performance.
• Excellent communication skills—written, oral and visual.
• Strong organizational, budgeting, leadership and staffing skills.
• Working and active knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting.
• Ability to work productively under time pressures and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of scenery; structural design and engineering; construction process; and styles, elements and practices - ie. Proscenium, thrust, arena, black box; wood, metal, plastic; construction, painting, purchasing and scheduling.
• Knowledge of mechanical physics, fundamental electricity, modern construction practices and materials, model building, and stage crafts including rigging, lighting, and stage carpentry.
• Recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
• Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

SALARY:

Commensurate with experience

BENEFITS:

Generous benefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirement match, and tuition remission for employee and dependents. Details at www.duq.edu/benefits

LOCATION:

English Department

POSITION STATUS:

Full-time

HOURS:

Varied

POSITION NUMBER:

448300/10-1112

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt