Theater Tech Director: Lead Stagecraft & Student Mentors

Contoocook Valley School District; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Contoocook Valley School District invites applications for Theater Play Tech Director at ConVal High School in Peterborough, NH. This $1,700 monthly stipend role directs productions and oversees lighting, sound, set design, and stage management while modeling professional conduct and artistic integrity.

You will report to the Director of Athletics and Co-Curriculars and coordinate rehearsals, staff meetings, safety protocols, and compliance with copyright laws.

Qualifications

• Experience directing theatrical productions (musical and/or plays).
• Knowledge of lighting, sound, set design, and stage management.
• Commitment to professional conduct and artistic integrity.
• CPR/First Aid/AED training per AHA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of school and district policies and implements them within the drama program.
• Ensures scripts and royalties are handled legally and consistently.
• Attends required staff or departmental meetings.
• Establishes artistic vision and fundamental techniques for production staff.
• Leads production meetings to unify staff technical aspects with program goals.
• Delegates duties to assistants and evaluates staff effectiveness at show end.
• Maintains ensemble discipline and fosters a cooperative, high-morale environment.
• Coordinates rehearsal and performance schedule, ensuring auditorium/stage is booked properly.
• Manages front-of-house requirements: ticket sales, programs, ushering.
• Coordinates with maintenance and custodial staff regarding set construction, stage cleaning, and facility access.
• Maintains documentation for student participation, including permission slips and emergency contact forms.
• Provides safeguards for maintenance and protection of theater equipment including mics, lighting boards, and power tools.
• Mentors students to promote character traits like trust, respect, responsibility, fairness, and citizenship.
• Monitors student eligibility and conduct to keep theater a positive educational component.
• Provides supervision during rehearsals, performances, and travel.
• Establishes and enforces Stage Rules for safety and backstage conduct.
• Initiates safety protocols for stage work with ladders, tools, and heavy scenery.
• Directs and mentors student stage managers, tech crews, and assistants.
• Helps students explore future opportunities in performing arts.

Skills

Directing

Lighting

Sound

Set design

Stage management

Safety standards

Tools

Lighting boards

Sound systems

Stage equipment

Job description

Contoocook Valley School District invites applications for Theater Play Tech Director at ConVal High School in Peterborough, NH. This $1,700 monthly stipend role directs productions and oversees lighting, sound, set design, and stage management while modeling professional conduct and artistic integrity.

You will report to the Director of Athletics and Co-Curriculars and coordinate rehearsals, staff meetings, safety protocols, and compliance with copyright laws.