Technical Director - Recital Hall & Campus Events

Wake Forest University Pre-College Programs; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University seeks a Technical Director to oversee events at Brendle Recital Hall, Wait Chapel, and campus venues. You will coordinate crews, supervise lighting, sound, and AV elements, and ensure smooth execution of performances and events.

The role involves collaboration with the Associate Director and event teams, maintaining schedules, and handling equipment logistics. A strong background in theatre tech and live production is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in theatrical programming or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced responsibilities.
• Proven experience as a TD or equivalent in theatre/AV environments.
• Strong knowledge of lighting, sound, and video systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event personnel, board operations, and stagehands for events.
• Oversee technical execution of events (lighting, sound, AV, recording, stage management).
• Collaborate with Wait Chapel, Brendle Hall, and campus events teams as needed.
• Move equipment and manage time sheets, crew schedules, and basic maintenance tasks.

Skills

Theatrical programming

Lighting design

Sound design

Stage management

AV recording

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in theatrical programming

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Qlab

Dante

ETC consoles

Job description

Wake Forest University seeks a Technical Director to oversee events at Brendle Recital Hall, Wait Chapel, and campus venues. You will coordinate crews, supervise lighting, sound, and AV elements, and ensure smooth execution of performances and events.

The role involves collaboration with the Associate Director and event teams, maintaining schedules, and handling equipment logistics. A strong background in theatre tech and live production is required.