Technical Theater Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 820,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Technical Theater Specialist for a fully remote position in the arts and entertainment sector. You will provide expert oversight of lighting, sound, set design, and stage management to support remote and hybrid productions.

You will develop technical plans, schematics, and specifications, oversee installation and maintenance of equipment, and collaborate with directors and designers to realize the technical vision.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Technical Director, Stage Manager, or similar in live theater.
• In-depth knowledge of lighting, sound, rigging, and stagecraft.
• Familiarity with remote collaboration tools and virtual production technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical consultation and support for lighting, sound, rigging, and stage operations for remote and hybrid productions.
• Develop technical plans, schematics, and specifications for theatrical systems.
• Oversee the installation, operation, and maintenance of technical equipment.
• Collaborate with artistic and production teams to realize the technical vision of performances.
• Troubleshoot technical issues remotely and provide solutions to ensure smooth production execution.

Skills

Technical theatre

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Lighting control systems

Sound reinforcement

Rigging hardware

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the Arts & Entertainment sector, is seeking a highly skilled Technical Theater Specialist for a fully remote position. This role is crucial for providing expertise in the technical aspects of theatrical production, including lighting, sound, set design, and stage management, supporting various remote and hybrid productions. You will collaborate with creative teams, directors, and designers to ensure the technical execution of performances and events meets the highest standards. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to leverage their technical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a flexible, remote capacity, contributing to innovative artistic endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical consultation and support for lighting, sound, rigging, and stage operations for remote and hybrid productions.
• Develop technical plans, schematics, and specifications for theatrical systems.
• Oversee the installation, operation, and maintenance of technical equipment.
• Collaborate with artistic and production teams to realize the technical vision of performances.
• Troubleshoot technical issues remotely and provide solutions to ensure smooth production execution.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Technical Director , Stage Manager, or similar role in live theater or performance.
• In-depth knowledge of theatrical lighting systems, sound reinforcement, rigging, and stagecraft.
• Familiarity with remote collaboration tools and virtual production technologies.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently in a remote environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to non-technical personnel.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to diverse and cutting-edge productions in the Arts & Entertainment industry .
• Access to professional development and training in new technologies.
• Be part of an innovative team pushing the boundaries of remote and hybrid performance.