technical director - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts

Neptune Theatre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known theatre company based in Greater London is seeking a Technical Director to oversee production activities across various mediums such as theatre and film. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and a secondary school graduation certificate. Responsibilities include advising on performances, coordinating productions, and managing staff. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $50,000 to $60,000 per year and offers benefits including healthcare and dental plans.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical direction.
• Proven ability to manage and oversee production processes.
• Experience in artistic collaboration and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Advise in the interpretation and delivery of performance.
• Coordinate production in various media like film and theatre.
• Organize and determine scheduling of production.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

technical director - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts

Posted on December 16, 2025.

Employer: Neptune Theatre.

Job Details

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
• Experience: 5 years or more.

Location & Working Conditions

• Location: 1593 Argyle St, Halifax, NS B3J 2B2.
• Work location: On site.
• Hours per week: 37.5 to 55 hours.
• Employment type: Permanent, full time.
• Schedule: Evening, morning, day, weekend, on call.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: $50,000 to $60,000 per year (negotiable).
• Benefits: Dental plan, Health care plan.

Work Setting

• Office
• City or urban
• Concert hall or stage
• Comedy
• Dramatic arts
• Live, special event or ceremonial program
• Festival

Responsibilities

• Advise in the interpretation and delivery of the performance.
• Coordinate production in various fields including film, television, video game, radio, dance and theatre.
• Determine scheduling of production.
• Organize production in fields including dance or theatre.
• Oversee the process of hiring actors and crew members for the production.
• Supervise staff or team.
• Hire and dismiss staff.
• Oversee the design of sets, costumes, furnishings and props.
• Liaise with management, union officials and HR consultants.

Supervision

• Staff in various areas of responsibility.

Design Methods

• Drafting.

Type of Production or Direction Concentration

• Technical direction.

Type of Media

• Theatre.

Area of Work Experience

• Management.

Work Conditions & Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Large workload.

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Organized.
• Time management.

Who can apply for this job?

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

Advertised until

2026-01-06