Assistant Technical Director

Hey, Black Seattle; Everett, Issaquah (WA, WA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Job summary

Village Theatre in Everett, WA, is seeking an Assistant Technical Director to support productions through drafting and construction. Responsibilities include creating technical drawings in AutoCAD, coordinating scenic transfers, and leading KIDSTAGE productions. The ideal candidate will have strong scenic construction knowledge and proficient communication skills. Compensation starts at $35.50 per hour, with a full benefits package including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Professional theatre experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical and construction drawings in AutoCAD.
• Ensure scenic elements can be efficiently transported.
• Function as Technical Director for KIDSTAGE productions.

Skills

Scenic construction knowledge

Theatrical rigging and automation systems

AutoCAD expertise

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Asana

Job description

About Village Theatre

Based in Issaquah, WA, with operations in Everett, WA, Village Theatre is a leading producer of musical theatre in the Pacific Northwest. Producing entertaining, quality productions since 1979, Village Theatre has grown into one of the region’s best-attended theatres, with pre‑Covid numbers reflecting just over 18,000 Mainstage season subscribers and 220,000 projected total attendance each season. Through its Village Originals program, Village Theatre is nationally recognized for its contribution to the development of new musical works, having supported the creation of over 175 new works to date. Village Theatre also takes pride in nurturing tomorrow’s audiences through its Youth Education programs, serving over 56,000 young people and their families annually.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

Theatre lies at the intersection of storytelling and community. The stories we tell represent and influence our shared human experience. We believe that to tell these stories authentically, it is essential to employ equitable practices that are inclusive of and led by a diverse and culturally rich community. Village Theatre has a responsibility to mindfully support and design the impact these stories have on the audiences we serve, the artists we engage, the students we nurture, and the staff we entrust. Centering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in our work allows us to create a storytelling space that welcomes, celebrates, and honors all people. If you are excited about a role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

About the Position

The Assistant Technical Director works collaboratively across multiple departments to support the engineering, construction, installation, and transfer of Village Theatre Mainstage productions. This position generates technical drawings, supports scenic construction, leads production transfers, and serves as a representative of the scene shop in meetings and technical rehearsals when assigned. The Assistant Technical Director also acts as the Technical Director for all KidStage productions, working within provided material and labor budgets to approve designs and oversee build, installation, and strike.

Principal Responsibilities

Drafting and Production Support

• Produce technical and construction drawings in AutoCAD for Village Theatre productions.
• Maintain familiarity with current scenic construction methods and materials to support safe and effective builds.
• Research materials, procedures, and innovations in collaboration with the Technical Director.
• Work with the artistic and production teams to realize the scenic vision of each production.
• Attend technical rehearsals and production meetings as scheduled.
• Communicate daily with the Technical Director regarding drafting and build progress.
• Collaborate daily with the Head Carpenter to address construction questions and solutions.
• Supervise Issaquah load‑ins, onstage notes calls, and strikes as assigned.
• Serve as a key communicator between the scene, paint, and prop shops to ensure technical rehearsal notes are clearly communicated, prioritized, and accomplished.

Show Transfers

• Ensure scenic elements can be efficiently disassembled, transported, and reassembled for Everett transfers.
• Provide scenic load‑in plans and transfer documentation including truck packs.
• Produce EPAC load‑in and strike plans, inventory documentation, and related technical paperwork.
• Supervise load‑ins, onstage notes calls, and strikes in Everett.
• Participate in transfer planning and strike meetings.

KIDSTAGE Productions

• Function as Technical Director for assigned KIDSTAGE productions under supervision of the Technical Director.
• Coordinate with designers, directors, stage managers, and production staff.
• Develop technical drawings, schedules, and production documentation.
• Supervise load‑ins, onstage notes calls, and strikes.
• Attend technical rehearsals.

General

• Assist with shop and venue maintenance planning, including making recommendations for long‑term improvements.
• Participate in interdepartmental meetings including staff meetings.
• Other duties and responsibilities may arise at the discretion of the Technical Director and Director of Production.

Skills and Experience

• Experience working in a professional producing theatre environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of scenic construction, including metalworking.
• Strong knowledge of theatrical rigging and automation systems and mechanics.
• Working knowledge of theatrical lighting a plus.
• Expertise in AutoCAD and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of theatrical safety standards and a demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, including continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with Asana a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively toward production goals, with an eye toward the details.
• Experience working in observance of multiple theatrical union rules a plus.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to drive for work purposes.
• Interest in supporting Village Theatre’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility initiatives.
• Ability to safely perform essential job functions consistent with applicable laws and workplace standards.

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $35.50 per hour.
• Benefits include Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match; paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick time; Flexible Spending Account; Life and AD&D insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.