Assistant Technical Director: Scenic Construction & Installations

Socket.dev; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton Theatre seeks an Assistant Technical Director to assist the Technical Director in drafting and engineering scenic elements for productions. You will help with installations, removals, and collaborate on build plans from engineering through strike.

You will contribute to safety standards, maintain Scene Shop procedures, and assist with summer maintenance and capital projects, working with the TD, Master Carpenter, and Stage Supervisors.

Qualifications

• Computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Suite, and AutoCAD.
• Advanced 3D AutoCAD knowledge is required.
• BA/BFA in technical theatre, or 3–5 years of experience in a professional scene shop.
• Structural and technical design skills.
• Experience in theatrical rigging, including counterweight and winch systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with TD, Production Manager, and Scenic designers to analyze designs, estimate costs, and confirm build plans.
• Create technical construction and installation drawings for productions with the TD and Master Carpenter.
• Assist with construction, load-in, and strike as needed.
• Attend production and staff meetings, dry techs, and rehearsals as needed.
• Develop and maintain Scene Shop standards and procedures, and mentor safe construction techniques.
• Help maintain Scene Shop and performance spaces with the TD and Stage Supervisors.
• Contribute to summer maintenance and Capital projects for Scene Shop and spaces.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Multi-tasking

Collaborative mindset

Professional demeanor

Education

BA/BFA in technical theatre

3–5 years scene shop experience

Tools

AutoCAD

3D AutoCAD

Job description

Fulton Theatre seeks an Assistant Technical Director to assist the Technical Director in drafting and engineering scenic elements for productions. You will help with installations, removals, and collaborate on build plans from engineering through strike.

You will contribute to safety standards, maintain Scene Shop procedures, and assist with summer maintenance and capital projects, working with the TD, Master Carpenter, and Stage Supervisors.