Technical Director:
The historic Cape Playhouse in Dennis, MA, the oldest continuously operating summer theater in America, is accepting resumes for a Technical Director for our 2026 Summer Season which includes 5 mainstage productions to be announced at a later date, two concerts, and various smaller events throughout the summer. The rate for this position is $22.00 per hour with opportunity for overtime after 40 hours/week.
This contract begins part time, remotely, as early as February 1st, 2026 and full time in person on Cape Cod starting May 4th, 2026. The position ends on October 4, 2026, with a possibility of extension or re-signing for the 2027 centennial season. There is some flexibility to start and end dates. Housing may be provided.
The Technical Director reports to the Production Manager.
The Technical Director will be responsible for the following:
Collaborating with creative teams for the mainstage productions to determine scenic designs that are within the capabilities of the production team.
Determine, draft, and plan the execution of any and all scenic elements for all mainstage production, concerts, and galas.
Execute the build of any and all scenic elements for all mainstage productions, concerts, and galas- including the maintenance of the shop tools/materials and the creation of any and all shop/changeover schedules.
Collaborate with Production Manager and other department heads on all changeover schedules to ensure proper strike and load-in of scenery pieces in a timely and efficient manner.
Supervise shop staff and lead them through the build of all scenery pieces, including collaboration with the Scenic Charge on painting plans and scheduling.
Foster a supported learning environment for young professionals and apprentices within the shop and throughout the production team, being willing to teach as you go and lead occasional apprentice classes or lectures if applicable.
Ability to draft (Vectorworks or AutoCAD) and rig on a counterweight fly system is required. Experience in a professional shop is required. Experience in welding (MIG) is preferred. The Technical Director must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting, bending, standing, climbing.
The Cape Playhouse values collaboration, hard-work, compassion, and creativity. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and be a team player, and for this role, proven achievement in teaching and/or leadership development is encouraged.
The Cape Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Those interested in applying should send a cover letter, resume and contact info for three references to: hiring@capeplayhouse.com with +ldquo;Technical Director: [Your Last Name] as the subject line. Application by email only, no phone calls please. Please indicate in your email if you need housing and if there are any restrictions to your availability.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON JANUARY 1ST, 2026
