Assistant Technical Director - Stage Production & Innovation

Houston Grand Opera; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous paid time off

403b retirement plan with employer match

Flexible work schedule

Professional development fund

Discounted parking

Job summary

The Houston Grand Opera in Houston, Texas is seeking an Assistant Technical Director to support the management and implementation of technical operations for mainstage productions and special events. This role is pivotal in upholding HGO's production standards.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in theatre technology or relevant experience and exhibit strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive health benefits, generous paid time off, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and self-starter.
• Ability to analyze problems and prioritize resolutions.
• Experience working with union crews is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the technical aspects of productions each season.
• Advise on scheduling and crewing for projects.
• Maintain production specific paperwork.

Skills

Theatre technology

Effective communication

Collaboration

Scenery construction

Theatrical rigging

Computer software proficiency

OSHA practices understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theatre technology

Three years professional technical theater experience

Tools

Vectorworks

AutoCAD

Job description

The Houston Grand Opera in Houston, Texas is seeking an Assistant Technical Director to support the management and implementation of technical operations for mainstage productions and special events. This role is pivotal in upholding HGO's production standards.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in theatre technology or relevant experience and exhibit strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive health benefits, generous paid time off, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional development.