Fall Musical Technical Director

Belle Plaine Public School District, ISD 716; Valley View Terrace (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Belle Plaine Public School District, ISD 716 is seeking a Fall Musical Technical Director to support technical elements of the production. Responsibilities include assisting with set construction, leading scenic painting, and coordinating props.

The ideal candidate will have experience in technical theater and strong organizational skills. This position varies in hours based on the production schedule from 11/1-11/22. Contact Dave Frisell at [e-mail] for questions.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical theater, construction, painting, lighting, or sound preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well with students and adults.
• Knowledge of basic theater safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with set construction, installation, and strike.
• Lead scenic painting and decorative finishing of set pieces.
• Coordinate and organize props for rehearsals and performances.
• Oversee student lighting and sound technicians.
• Assist with lighting and sound design, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with directing staff throughout the production process.

Skills

Technical theater experience

Construction skills

Painting

Lighting knowledge

Sound knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with students

Job description

Fall Musical Technical Director

Position Overview

The Technical Director (TD) supports the technical elements of the musical production, including set construction and painting, props, lighting, and sound. This role works closely with the director and helps supervise and mentor student technical crew members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with set construction, installation, and strike. (There is already a primary builder)
• Lead scenic painting and decorative finishing of set pieces and stage elements.
• Coordinate and organize props for rehearsals and performances.
• Oversee and support student lighting and sound technicians.
• Assist with lighting and sound design, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with directing staff throughout the production process.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical theater, construction, painting, lighting, or sound preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well with students and adults.
• Knowledge of basic theater safety practices.

Schedule

Hours/Day: Varies depending on theater production schedule, main commitment time begins 11/1-11/22.

Days/Year: 8/15/2026-11/22/2026

Salary

Refer to Extra Curricular Schedule D, Group 6, of BPEA contract under District. Our District on our website: www.isd716.org.

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Contact

Please direct questions to Dave Frisell, Activities Director, at [e-mail]