Senior Scenic & Automation Director

Harvard Central Administration (CADM) Talent Acquisition; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance

Retirement plans with university contributions

Professional development opportunities

Commuter benefits and campus perks

Job summary

Harvard Central Administration is looking for a Technical Director to lead the scenery, rigging, and automation elements for A.R.T. Productions in Cambridge. The role involves collaboration with scenic designers to ensure designs are realized successfully and budget management for production projects.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong knowledge of AutoCAD, safety practices in rigging, and showcase leadership skills in a collaborative environment. The position emphasizes a commitment to diversity and positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include experience in rigging and scenic automation.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices in scenic designs.
• Ability to foster teamwork and rapport within production teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of scenery and rigging for A.R.T. Productions.
• Support production planning and collaborate with scenic designers.
• Manage training and scheduling for production staff.
• Develop budget estimates for scenic projects.
• Maintain communication with production departments to support builds.

Skills

Strong knowledge of AutoCAD or similar programs

Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals

Hands-on experience with scenic automation

Solid experience with safe rigging practices

Advanced knowledge of theatrical construction

Ability to create and critique technical designs

Ability to communicate effectively

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

PeopleSoft

Job description

Harvard Central Administration is looking for a Technical Director to lead the scenery, rigging, and automation elements for A.R.T. Productions in Cambridge. The role involves collaboration with scenic designers to ensure designs are realized successfully and budget management for production projects.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong knowledge of AutoCAD, safety practices in rigging, and showcase leadership skills in a collaborative environment. The position emphasizes a commitment to diversity and positive workplace culture.