Temporary Technical Director - Production & Mentoring

Otterbein University; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Otterbein University’s Department of Theatre & Dance seeks a sabbatical replacement for the Technical Director role for the Spring 2027 semester. The position is on site in Westerville, OH, from January 4 through April 26, with some off-site work possible before January 4.

Compensation is $14,000 for the semester, with housing not included. This is a temporary, full-time appointment overseeing scene shop operations and production logistics for a vibrant BFA program.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Theatre Design/Technology or similar degree.
• Proficient in scenic construction, drafting, basic rigging, and scene shop safety.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a passion for mentoring undergraduate students in a fast-paced professional training environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft scenic designs via AutoCAD, assist in budgeting and purchasing materials, help with lineset schedule, and lead construction and load-in of scenery.
• Mentor Design/Technology students in carpentry, rigging, and welding per safety protocols.
• Supervise daily shop hours and manage shop operations and student crews M-F and weekends as needed.
• Meet deadlines according to production schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Rigging

Education

Undergraduate degree in Theatre Design/Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Otterbein University’s Department of Theatre & Dance seeks a sabbatical replacement for the Technical Director role for the Spring 2027 semester. The position is on site in Westerville, OH, from January 4 through April 26, with some off-site work possible before January 4.

Compensation is $14,000 for the semester, with housing not included. This is a temporary, full-time appointment overseeing scene shop operations and production logistics for a vibrant BFA program.