Scenic Technical Lead

Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Chicago Shakespeare Theater is seeking an Assistant Technical Director to partner with the Technical Director in planning and managing scenic production for CST shows. The ATD will own assigned projects, translate designs into work plans, and lead crews through safe construction, installation, changeovers, maintenance, and strikes.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, coordinating materials, staffing, and collaborating with TD and other departments.

Qualifications

Minimum five years of experience in technical direction or scene shop management.
Experience supervising a large, diverse workforce.
Ability to read and interpret scenic drawings and technical drawings.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to safety and PPE adherence.

Responsibilities

Manage IATSE technicians and a large workforce of over hire carpenters.
Create construction drawings and technical designs for CST in-house builds.
Interpret scenic drawings in the context of the production.
Plan and lead crews in safe shop and stage operations.
Coordinate procurement of scene shop materials and supplies.
Monitor rehearsals and communicate issues to the TD and other departments.
Coordinate hiring of over hire labor for load-ins and load-outs.
Track work against schedules and alert the TD to delays or staffing needs.
Engage in CST committees, events, training and initiatives as needed.
Represent CST in communications with external technical departments to support performances.