Lead Stage Technical Director, Theatre Production

Seattle University; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle University seeks a Production Manager to oversee the technical shop, supervise multiple supervisors, and coordinate all aspects of production from design to run of show. The role requires hands-on leadership, budget tracking, and strong collaboration with faculty and designers across university productions.

Responsibilities include drafting technical drawings, coordinating load-ins, ensuring safety, and managing timelines for design deadlines and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related progressive experience.
• Must be familiar with all aspects of technical theatre production.
• Experience with theatrical safety protocols and systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Technical shop staff and supervisors.
• Prepare and draft all technical drawings for productions and construction.
• Coordinate supervision of personnel, students, stagehands, equipment and services for physical production.
• Manage load-in/load-out of sets and props, rehearsals, and performances.
• Develop and track budgets for technical department activities.
• Attend tech and dress rehearsals for university productions.
• Enforce safety guidelines and OSHA standards.
• Collaborate with Faculty, Production Manager and Shop Supervisor on timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate with faculty, guest directors and designers.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Collaboration with artistic staff

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Willingness to work nights/weekends

Education

MFA or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

VectorWorks

CNC drawings

Microsoft Office

Job description

Seattle University seeks a Production Manager to oversee the technical shop, supervise multiple supervisors, and coordinate all aspects of production from design to run of show. The role requires hands-on leadership, budget tracking, and strong collaboration with faculty and designers across university productions.

Responsibilities include drafting technical drawings, coordinating load-ins, ensuring safety, and managing timelines for design deadlines and deliverables.