Description

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Position Information

Position Title Theatre - Technical Director for Theatre and Hope Repertory Theatre
Classification Title Administrative Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility

Department Theatre
Job Description

• Technical direction for four academic mainstage productions
• Technical Director or lead carpenter and facilities liaison for Hope Repertory Theatre productions
• Manage budgets, purchase supplies, maintain inventories, scene shop equipment, and storage sites
• Hire, schedule, train student crews for sets, painting, and properties.
• Teach Stage Production course with lab instruction one semester each academic year
• Technical direction of occasional touring of productions, typically for the American College Theatre Festival
• Attend production meetings, shift and technical rehearsals
• Supervise Occupational Safety and Health Regulations and guidelines
• Draft elevations from designs and plan for the build of set construction
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, students, faculty, staff, guest designers, and Hope Rep staff
• Other duties as assigned (e.g., occasional support for dance as availability allows)

Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a comprehensive knowledge of scenic construction and engineering, rigging and safety including knowledge in craft, properties and painting, and will hold a minimum of a BA/BFA, with minimum one year of experience. The applicant should have solid experience in all aspects of technical direction for theatre productions and in training and supervising student staff in scenery and properties construction and paint crews. Individuals with strong skills in organization, collaboration, communication, and creative problem-solving, with a clear enthusiasm for teaching/mentoring undergraduates in a liberal arts setting as well as for contributing to a professional summer theatre, are encouraged to apply.

Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or position for frequent periods of time; sometimes includes crouching, bending, and having to work in confined spaces. This position often works in non-climate controlled spaces. Occasionally involves moving and lifting items over 25 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2023-369SR
Job Posting Open Date 04/02/2026
Job Posting Close Date 05/30/2026
Open Until Filled No
Is this position available for sponsorship No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates should submit resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 references.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation
2. Media File
3. Portfolio
4. References