Technical Production Coordinator AS6499

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University seeks a Theatre Technical Production Coordinator to implement scenic designs and lead production logistics for a 12-month staff appointment. This role drives safety, budgets, and equipment management while supervising student crews and coordinating with leadership.

The coordinator will train crews in fabrication, shop techniques, and rehearsals, and participate in meetings and productions, with evening and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a theatre-related field.
• Minimum 2 years of professional theatrical production experience.
• Experience sourcing materials and managing production budgets.
• Proficiency in theatrical scenic construction.
• Proficiency in MIG welding and steel fabrication.
• Understanding of rigging components and counterweight fly systems.
• Cross-disciplinary knowledge of lighting and sound components.
• Knowledge of theatrical production safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain production tools and equipment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaborative skills.
• Ability to lead and educate production crew students.

Responsibilities

• Implement scenic designs and production elements.
• Oversee the production lab and supervise student crews.
• Maintain inventory and manage equipment rentals.
• Assist with facilities upkeep and tooling.
• Purchase materials and manage production lab logistics.
• Provide training on fabrication techniques, shop safety, and rehearsals.
• Collaborate with Head of Theatre and Technical Director.
• Work evenings and weekends as required.

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Theatre seeks a skilled and collaborative production professional for a 12‑month staff appointment focused on theatrical production implementation and facilities support. This position plays a key role in supporting departmental productions and space rentals through hands‑on technical leadership and operational oversight.

Serving as Head Carpenter, the Theatre Technical Production Coordinator is responsible for implementing scenic designs and production elements, while also assisting with oversight of the production lab. This includes maintaining inventory; supporting equipment and facility upkeep; and supervising student volunteers and paid student personnel. The position also manages production lab logistics such as materials purchasing and equipment rentals.

In addition, the coordinator provides training and supervision for student production crews, with an emphasis on fabrication techniques, shop safety, technical rehearsals, and strike. Active participation in production meetings, as well as technical and dress rehearsals, is required and coordinated with the Head of Theatre and the Technical Director.

This position requires flexibility and the ability to work evenings and weekends as dictated by the production schedule.

Working Conditions

A successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to safely navigate theatrical infrastructure, including ladders and catwalk systems, at elevations up to 60 feet, which are not ADA accessible. Additionally, this role requires frequent lifting and maneuvering of equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in a theatre‑related field, with a minimum of 2 years of professional theatrical experience in technical production or equivalent (degree must be conferred on or before the agreed upon start date).

• Experience in sourcing materials and managing production budgets.
• Proficiency in theatrical scenic construction.
• Proficiency in MIG welding and steel fabrication.
• Understanding of rigging components and counterweight fly systems.
• Cross‑disciplinary knowledge of lighting and sound components.
• Knowledge of theatrical production safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain production tools and equipment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaborative skills are necessary.
• Ability to lead and educate production crew students.