TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Summary:

This full-time position will oversee the design, build and execution of 5-6 Aberdeen Community Theatre (ACT) mainstage shows, 2-3 ACT+rsquo;s Young People+rsquo;s Theatre (YPT) productions, Capitol Cinema film events and other special events throughout the year.

Reports To:
-Artistic/Managing Director
-Education Director
Supervises:
-Technical Assistant/Facility Coordinator
-Production Assistant
-Capitol Cinema Projectionists (Capitol Cinema events)

Duties:
-Responsible for design, staffing and successful execution of all technical elements for all productions and special events, including (but not limited to):
*Scenic design; generation of groundplans, elevations, shop drawings and other associated documents
*Set building, painting and finish work
*Rigging of set pieces +ndash; including drops, curtains and masking
*Construction of special or unique props
*Finding and returning borrowed props or set pieces
*Lighting design; generating associated drawings, paperwork
*Hanging, focusing, gelling of lights
*Cueing/programming light control console
*Sound design; including music, sound effects and live reinforcement applications
*Sound hookup
-Create technical production schedule to ensure timely completion of required elements
-Be present and available at all technical rehearsals and performances to assist in any emergencies or problems
-Serve on crews in absence of adequate number of volunteers
-Oversee technical elements for touring/traveling productions and facility rentals
-Update and maintain Capitol Theatre Technical Information Package
-Oversee/assist ACT Technical Assistant and Capitol Cinema Projectionist(s) in the design, preparation and execution of special film-related events
-Oversee/assist ACT Technical Assistant in maintaining cleanliness and organization of stage, scene shop, equipment storage areas and other storage areas
-Oversee/assist in the recruitment and training of volunteers
-Be willing and eager to teach and assist other individuals or organizations that ask for ACT+rsquo;s technical assistance, such as borrowing or renting equipment or asking ACT for technical consultation
-Be willing and eager to learn new techniques, equipment and procedures as situations warrant
-Maintain professional relationships between ACT and individuals or businesses who:
*Support ACT and its programming
*Are patrons
*Volunteer
*Loan items to ACT for productions
*Operate within budgetary constraints
*Other duties as assigned

Skills:
-Appreciation and love of live theater +ndash; especially community theater
-Appreciation and love of film
-Ability to self-start and work independently
-Ability to be a team player, both as a leader and a team member (lead, supervise, instruct volunteers; follow directions)
-Commitment to achieving high-quality, professional results through attention to detail and dedication
-Superior interpersonal skills
-Ability to work with volunteers of all ages, experience and abilities
-Superior communication skills; both oral and written
-Ability to establish and meet deadlines
-Be able to generate, read and interpret technical drawings
-Advanced drafting skills
-Knowledge of scenic construction and painting techniques
-Ability to use a wide variety of tools correctly and safely
-Ability to generate, interpret and follow a light plot and related paperwork
-Advanced knowledge of light and sound system hookup
-Comfortable working from heights
-Willingness and eagerness to learn any of the above; new skills and techniques
-Familiarization with the following equipment/software preferred:
*ETC Eos- and Expression-family light control consoles
*Allen + Heath sound control consoles +ndash; analog and digital
*QLab
*VectorWorks
*Sound editing software

Qualifications:
-Bachelor+rsquo;s degree and/or 3-5 years related experience preferred
-Flexible schedule and ability to work some nights/weekends
Salary/Benefits:
*Hourly salary DOE ($38,000-42,000/year)
*Optional 403(b) payroll deduction to retirement account
*Paid holidays
*Paid vacation/sick leave after one year
*High potential for added responsibilities/job growth