Posting DetailsPosting Information Posting Number S296P Working Title THEATER TECH DIR FLSA Exempt Pay Grade Non-Classified Critical Retention Advertised SalaryPosition Status Full Time Appointment Length 12 Months Department Dept of Contemporary Art, Communications, and Theater Job Summary/Basic Function To provide stage production and design expertise for the theater and music programs, train students in technical and construction techniques, oversee related budgetsMinimum Qualifications
- BA/BFA, or MFA in stage design, theater production, or related field, with significant professional experience preferred.
- Knowledge and skill in the operation of standard equipment in a scene shop and fabrication space.
- Knowledge of safety and maintenance protocols associated with scene shop tools and machinery.
- Experience with budgeting.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience instructing and/or supervising students.
Posting Date 02/06/2025 Close DateSpecial Instructions Summary Appointment to this position will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.We believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. Shepherd University offers generous employee benefits, including:o 13 paid holidayso 24 days annual leave (vacation) per yearo 18 sick days per year and the flexibility to use that time to care for immediate family memberso Wide range of health insurance and other benefitso 401(a) retirement savings with 6% contribution match; eligibility to continue health insurance post-retirement, and other retiree perkso Tuition waivers for employees and their dependentsJob Duties Description of Job Duties
- Produce design elements for the Fall and Spring Theater Productions
- Organize and lead students in the execution of ALL design elements of Theater productions
- Train students in theatrical construction and other technical techniques through production assignments
- Assign students to run crews
- Produce design elements for the Spring Musical
- Work with directors to select other designers for the productions - either students or outside hires
- Maintain the scene shop, Fabrication Lab, and other work areas; maintain equipment, tools, and materials.
- Oversee related budgets
- Work with Dean of CAHSS to propose major venue maintenance projects
- Teach one (3) credit course in a technical theater field
- Assist in running live events in the Frank Center and Marinoff Theaters at the request of the Theater Operations Manager
- Other duties as assigned