Production Technical Director

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 50,957 - 56,052; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a Production Technical Director for the Gainesville Campus. You will perform budgeting, drafting and oversee construction, load-in and strikes of scenery for all productions, with strong knowledge of carpentry, welding, and theatrical rigging.

Must have VectorWorks drawing ability and excellent communication; leadership and teamwork are essential. This full-time role requires adaptability, humor, and a proactive attitude, with the ability to work nights

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Seven years minimum experience in scenic carpentry.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license with good record.
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred; MFA preferred.
• ETCP Rigging - Theatre certificate preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Implement Scenic, Lighting and Sound designs for all productions with focus on construction and rigging.
• Supervise and assure the safety of a workforce of students, professionals and community members in all areas of technical production.
• Purchasing and procurement of supplies and materials, maintenance of facilities and equipment of four theatre spaces and shops.
• Organization and management of crews, maintaining schedule of daily workloads, and attendance at meetings.

Skills

MIG welding

Theatrical rigging

Scenic carpentry

VectorWorks

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree strongly preferred

MFA preferred

Tools

N/A

Job description

Job Title: Production Technical Director

Location: UNG - Gainesville

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 301115

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for Production Technical Director at the Gainesville Campus. To perform budgeting, drafting and overseeing construction and load-in and strikes of scenery for all productions. Must have a thorough knowledge of carpentry, welding, and theatrical rigging, demonstrated knowledge and experience in scenery construction techniques, the ability to generate working drawings in VectorWorks as well as strong verbal and written communication skills. Must have significant technical skills and abilities in all related theatrical fields. Requires the ability to show adaptability in all situations, a good sense of humor and the ability to work as a team member while always presenting a positive attitude.

In addition to background checks for all cardholders, O.C.G.A. § 50-5-83 requires a credit check on all employees issued a purchasing card. Additionally, credit checks must be run at the time of Pcard renewal.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university¿s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at [phone].

Responsibilities

• Implement Scenic, Lighting and Sound designs for all productions. Primary responsibilities will be in construction and rigging
• Supervise and assure the safety of a workforce of students, professionals and community members of varying skill levels and experience in all areas of technical production
• Purchasing and procurement of supplies and materials, maintenance of facilities and equipment of four theatre spaces and accompanying shops, storage and studio spaces
• Organization and management of crews, maintaining schedule of daily workloads, and scheduling. Attendance at all theatre faculty/staff meetings, mandatory theatre department meetings, tech-week rehearsals, and other meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of any or all of the following preferred: MIG welding, scenic painting, VectorWorks, lighting and projections for theatre, sound for theatre.
• Proven mastery of scenic carpentry and rigging, proven supervisory skills, must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding and use a personnel lift
• Excellent verbal skills necessary, as well as ability to communicate with extreme diplomacy, professionalism, and graciousness.
• Must possess sound judgment, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of personality types.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to finish projects on time and under tight deadlines, and to keep several jobs moving forward at one time.
• Ability to remain calm and under control in stressful situations.
• Ability and willingness to work numerous nights and weekends.
• Valid Georgia driver's license with good record and ability and willingness to load, unload, and drive department van and box truck.
• Must be able to lift and move 50lbs minimum

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Seven years minimum experience in scenic carpentry
• Valid Georgia driver's license with good record

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred, MFA preferred
• ETCP Rigging - Theatre certificate preferred but not required

Proposed Salary

• The proposed salary is: $50,957-$56,052.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affi…

Other Information

• This is a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position does