Musical Technical Director

Yorkville CUSD 115; Bristol Township (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Yorkville CUSD 115 seeks a Musical Technical Director to oversee lighting, sound, and stage management for high school productions in Yorkville, IL.

The TD mentors student crews, ensures safety compliance, and meets all deadlines for opening night, transforming artistic vision into a safe, working show environment.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring high school students and coordinating a production calendar.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proven experience with theatrical lighting and digital audio consoles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lighting, sound, and stage management for productions.
• Mentor student crews and teach lighting programming and sound mixing.
• Ensure safety compliance with district policies and fire codes.
• Attend rehearsals and oversee strike and technical setup.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Project management

Mentoring students

Tools

Lighting boards

Digital audio consoles

Sound systems

Job description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION/ POSITION SUMMARY:

The Musical Technical Director (TD) is responsible for the technical oversight and safety of the high school musical production. This role involves transforming artistic visions into reality by managing lighting, sound, and stage management. The TD serves as a mentor to student crews, fostering a hands-on learning environment while ensuring all deadlines are met for opening night.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technical Management: Oversee the installation and operation of lighting plots, sound reinforcement (wireless mics and pit balance), and special effects.
• Student Mentorship: Lead the "Stage Crew" by teaching students how to program light boards, mix and balance sound cues, and execute scene shifts
• Safety Compliance: Ensure the theater remains a safe working environment, adhering to all school district safety protocols and fire codes.
• Rehearsal & Performance Support: Attend technical rehearsals and "strike" (post-show teardown) to oversee the mechanical aspects of the show.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

SKILLS: Ability to manage and inspire high school students with varying levels of experience. Organizational skills and initiative for working with minimal direct supervisors. Proven ability to manage a production calendar and meet hard deadlines. Must show evidence of strong leadership and organizational skills.

KNOWLEDGE: Strong background in theatrical lighting and digital audio consoles. Previous successful experience in sponsorship/mentoring preferred. Substantial knowledge in the area of student support, as well as familiarity with student discipline and safety protocols.

ABILITY: Establish and maintain positive and supportive working relationships with all stakeholders to be flexible and change as needed. A "team player" attitude to work closely with the entire production team.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in educational theater or community theater production

stipend Range: $1,677 - $2,809

This position is part of the Yorkville CBA, linked below

https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1719490100/y115org/zj8dtrteasxz7ty5kyzd/Copyof2022-2026YEACBA1.pdf?