Technical Paid Assistant Technical Director - Full Time Short North Stage Columbus, OH US 06/04/2025

Playbill, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the theater industry is seeking an Assistant Technical Director in Columbus, Ohio. This full-time position entails overseeing scenic construction and managing a team to deliver outstanding productions. Ideal candidates will have extensive theater experience, solid technical knowledge, and excellent organizational skills. The role includes responsibilities from construction to budget management, ensuring effective communication and project completion on time.

Qualifications

• 3+ years managing teams and carpentry crews in theater.
• Knowledge of standard scenery construction practices.
• Proficient in operating power tools and working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Construct and mount scenery under the technical director's supervision.
• Supervise crew in building set pieces and maintaining equipment.
• Develop and maintain organizational systems for the theater shop.

Skills

Theater Experience

Scenery Construction Practices

Welding

Metalworking

Theatrical Rigging

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Job description

Assistant Technical Director - Full Time

Under the supervision of the technical director, this position is responsible for the construction, mounting, and rigging of the scenery.

Supervise any additional crew in the actual construction of set pieces.

Assist with load-ins, show maintenance, and set strikes.

Responsible for maintaining the scene-shop equipment and supplies.

Serve as the main scenery contact, receiving and implementing build drawings, organizing the space and supplies, and communicating with the Production Manager and Technical Director.

Organizational Management

• Foster clear communication and expectations with staff.
• Work closely with the Technical Director and Production Manager to promote a positive working environment.
• Submit receipts on time and adhere to budgets.
• Develop organizational systems for the shop and theater.
• Collaborate with extra hires to complete projects on schedule.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of theater experience managing teams and carpentry crews in build/load-in roles.
• Knowledge of standard scenery construction practices (wood and metal).
• Proficient in operating saws, power tools, welding, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Comfortable working at heights over 15’ and able to lift/carry 50 lbs.
• Welding (MIG) and metalworking experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of theatrical rigging is a plus.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
• Occasional flexible work hours may be required.

Learn more on our website: www.shortnorthstage.org/jobs

Duration

Salary

$50,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

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