Technical Paid Associate Technical Director Asolo Repertory Theatre Sarasota, FL US 10/29/2026

Playbill, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-Union

Job summary

Asolo Repertory Theatre seeks an Associate Technical Director to partner with the Technical Director on design, construction, load in, and strike of productions for Asolo Rep, FSU Conservatory, and Outside contracts. This full-time exempt staff position requires residency with relocation possible.

You will review designs, budget, generate drawings, purchase materials, supervise shop personnel, and lead loads and strikes, while supporting safety and production meetings across all venues.

Qualifications

• Hands-on theatre experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of theatrical construction techniques and best practices.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Punctual, self-motivated, and detail oriented; works well in teams or alone.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Vectorworks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Dropbox, and basic computer skills.
• Able to work at heights (Genie lifts, ladders, scaffolding) and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License; Night and Weekend hours required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Technical Director to design, build, load in, and strike productions.
• Review and budget scenic designs; generate construction drawings and track materials.
• Oversee shop construction, rigging, installation, and maintenance of scenery.
• Supervise scene shop personnel and schedule IATSE overhire labor as needed.
• Produce budgets, timelines, and bids for productions; lead crews safely.
• Attend production meetings and provide technical support to all departments.

Job description

Asolo Rep (LORT B) Florida's premier professional theatre and one of the most important cultural forces in the southeastern US is seeking to fill its Associate Technical Director. This is a full-time exempt staff position which requires a candidate to be a resident of the community, modest relocation available. The Associate Technical Director is responsible for collaborating with the Technical Director to facilitate the technical design, construction, load in, and strike of all Asolo Repertory Theatre productions, FSU Conservatory productions, and Outside contracts. Alongside the Technical Director, the Associate Technical Director will review and budget scenic designs, determine technical requirements, generate construction drawings, purchase and track materials, oversee construction, and lead load ins, strikes, and other crew calls, as necessary. In addition to attending all production meetings and technical rehearsals, the Associate Technical Director will provide technical support to all Asolo productions and related departments.

The Associate Technical Director works alongside the Technical Director to:

• Oversee the construction, rigging, installation, and maintenance of theatrical scenery.
• Generate working construction drawings using CAD Software.
• Purchase and Inventory stock and specialty materials.
• Track shop progress, show elements, and maintain a production schedule.
• Supervise full-time and overhire scene shop personnel, including carpenters, metal workers, scenic painters, properties artisans, and electricians.
• Organize and schedule IATSE overhire union labor for shop work, load ins, strikes, and other calls, as necessary.
• Produce budgets, timeline estimates, and bids for all Asolo Rep productions, FSU Conservatory shows, and Outside work.
• Lead IATSE Crews to safely load in and strike scenery.
• Maintain safe working conditions and train others in safety related matters.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient environment at the Scene Shop, Rehearsal Spaces, Asolo’s Mainstage (The Mertz Theatre), and other facilities, as necessary.
• Other duties may arise through discussion and experience.

Required Qualifications

• This position is hands-on and requires a range of theatre experience
• Advanced knowledge of current theatrical construction techniques and best practices
• Ability to manage shifting and competing priorities, exercise good judgement, and maintain a calm and positive attitude in stressful environments
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Punctual, self-motivated, and detail oriented. Works effectively in both a team and self-directed situations
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Vectorworks
• Proficient in Microsoft office suit, Dropbox, and basic computer skills
• Comfortable working at heights from Genie lifts, ladders, and scaffolding
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Night and Weekend Hours required

Preferred Qualifications

• Comfortable driving 18’ box truck or pickup with trailer attached
• Forklift Certified or willing to become certified
• OSHA 10 or 30 Certified or willing to become certified
• Working knowledge of Creative Conners Equipment and software

DURATION

Oct 29, 2026 -

SALARY

$60,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year

• NON-UNION