Senior Technical Theatre Director - Lead Stage Tech

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Health insurance

Professional development and training

Access to advanced theatrical tech in

Stimulating work environment

Generous annual leave and holiday

Retirement fund contributions

Complimentary tickets to performances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Technical Theatre Director for a prestigious centre in Centurion, Gauteng. The role oversees lighting, sound, set construction, and stage machinery to deliver top-tier productions.

The successful candidate will lead a skilled technical team, manage budgets, and collaborate with directors to realise artistic visions while ensuring safety and reliability of all technical systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in technical theatre with at least 3 years in a directorial or senior management role.
• Proven expertise in lighting design and operation, sound design and operation, and stage automation.
• Experience managing technical budgets and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technical aspects of stage productions, including lighting, sound, set construction, stage machinery, and special effects.
• Manage and mentor a team of technical staff, including stage managers, lighting designers, sound engineers, and stagehands.
• Develop and manage the technical budget for productions and venue operations.
• Collaborate with directors, designers, and production managers to realize the artistic vision through effective technical execution.
• Ensure all technical equipment is maintained, safe, and in good working order.
• Plan and oversee the installation and setup of technical elements for each production.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures in technical areas.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in theatrical technology and techniques.
• Manage scheduling and staffing for technical crews.

Skills

Lighting design

Sound design

Stage automation

Budget management

Team management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Health & safety knowledge

Education

Theatre Technology or Stage Management degree (desirable)

Tools

Theatrical software

Stage machinery controls

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Technical Theatre Director for a prestigious centre in Centurion, Gauteng. The role oversees lighting, sound, set construction, and stage machinery to deliver top-tier productions.

The successful candidate will lead a skilled technical team, manage budgets, and collaborate with directors to realise artistic visions while ensuring safety and reliability of all technical systems.