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Smuin Ballet is seeking an experienced Technical Director to join a 4-person production team and report to the Production Director. The role oversees technical stage elements for all productions and supports touring and rentals.
Ideal candidate has theater production and management experience, strong technical design/implementation skills, and team leadership ability. Location is the SF Bay Area with studios in Potrero Hill and performances in San Francisco, Walnut Creek, and Mountain View.
Full-time – 32-38 weeks, Benefits eligible
SALARY: $50-$60k
FLSA: Exempt
START DATE: As early as December 1, 2026
Smuin Ballet is hiring an experienced Technical Director to join as an integral member of a 4-person production team and reports directly to the Production Director. This role primarily oversees the technical stage elements of all Smuin Ballet productions, while also supporting the production department with touring and external rentals. An ideal candidate has a strong background in theater production and management, technical design and implementation skills, and team leadership skills.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet
Full Time Employment
SF Bay Area
Smuin Ballet has studios in Potrero Hill, SF, and performs in San Francisco, Walnut Creek, and Mountain View
Production Director, David Justin: djustin@smuinballet.org