Lead Event Technical Director — Stage Operations & Safety

Tennessee Performing Arts Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A performing arts venue in Nashville seeks a Lead Event Technical Director to oversee technical operations across its venues. This role will involve managing Event Technical Directors, coordinating event logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have at least 3 years of professional experience in theatrical carpentry and rigging, with a strong focus on leadership and communication. The position offers flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Flexible full-time availability including evenings and weekends.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in theatrical carpentry and rigging.
• Knowledge of rigging hardware, load limits, and fly systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations for events at TPAC venues.
• Supervise and manage Event Technical Directors.
• Serve as primary technical liaison for assigned events.
• Conduct safety briefing and enforce safety protocols.

Skills

Theatrical carpentry

Rigging

Crew leadership

Problem-solving

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Suite

Concur

MomentusElite

Connecteam

Job description

A performing arts venue in Nashville seeks a Lead Event Technical Director to oversee technical operations across its venues. This role will involve managing Event Technical Directors, coordinating event logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have at least 3 years of professional experience in theatrical carpentry and rigging, with a strong focus on leadership and communication. The position offers flexible hours including evenings and weekends.