Interim Technical Director

InsideHigherEd
Saratoga Springs, New York
$28-$30 an hour
Temporary
Part-time

The Skidmore College Theater Department is accepting applications for a part-time interim Technical Director for the Spring 2025 semester to join a dynamic team of faculty and production staff.

Responsibilities :

The Technical Director, under the leadership of the Department Chair, and in collaboration with the production team, is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the scene shop, lighting and sound crews, technical equipment, ordering building materials, supervising load-ins / strikes, and ensuring the safety of everyone working on productions.

The TD is integral to the realization of all scenic, rigging, lighting, sound, and projection elements for all departmental productions.

The TD is responsible for scheduling / leading student crews and for shared oversight of tech rehearsals / performances with the ATD and the Director of Design.

Experience :

Three or more years experience in the field; strong communications skills; and the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, flexible and able to work as a team player in a collaborative atmosphere. Position requires experience and dedication to maintaining high standards of safety and quality work as well as a strong desire to teach and engage with students through an educational lens.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with hands-on scenic construction, rigging, lighting, sound and video practices.

Proficiency with Vectorworks required. Experience in educational settings highly desirable.

We are particularly interested in candidates from under-represented groups and in individuals who have experience with diverse populations and can contribute to the diversity and excellence of Skidmore's academic mission and community.

Education : A qualified candidate is a theater professional with a BA / BS / BFA.

Pay range : $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Required documents needed to apply :

  • On-line application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • List of Three References

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

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