Fries Arts Building Manager and Theatrical Technician

United States Institute for Theatre Technology; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking institution as the Building Manager and Theatrical Technician for the new Fries Arts Building. This role is pivotal in managing the facility's diverse needs and ensuring seamless operations for various artistic disciplines. You'll collaborate with multiple departments, bringing your expertise in building management and theatrical technical skills to create an inspiring environment for creativity. If you are passionate about the arts and thrive in a dynamic setting, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact on campus life.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing arts facilities and technical operations.
• Strong background in theatrical production and performance support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main staff manager and technician for the FAB.
• Establish and implement operational frameworks for the facility.

Skills

Building Management

Theatrical Technical Skills

Coordination Skills

Operational Framework Implementation

Education

Degree in Theatre Management or related field

Experience in Performing Arts

Job description

Fries Arts Building Manager and Theatrical Technician

Opening in the Fall of 2025, Wesleyan University's Fries Arts Building (FAB) will serve as a campus nexus for the arts, bringing together multiple disciplines including drawing, design, dance, music, and theater. The FAB is both a space for teaching and presenting, with studios, offices, presentation venues, and flexible spaces that will draw practitioners from across disciplines.

Reporting to the Producing Director for the Arts and working closely with the Theater Department, Dance Department, Studio Art Department, and Center for the Arts, the FAB Building Manager and Theatrical Technician is the main staff manager and technician serving the diverse needs of the FAB, including its main experimental theater. This includes being the building steward and coordinator, as well as the primary performing arts technician for the building's theater space and movement studio. The position will be the key staff member in establishing and implementing an operational framework for this exciting new facility on campus.

Requirements

Full description and requirements can be found at the application link.