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Job Purpose
The Technical Manager oversees all aspects of production elements regarding safety, lighting, sound, and equipment. The Technical Manager works to draft concepts following production needs. Additionally, The Technical Manager communicates with the higher management and informs them of expected expenditures.
Duties and responsibilities
Other duties and responsibilities include:
3+ years’ experience as a Technical Manager and/or production management, working in professional production and/or theatre, and currently hold OSHA 30 and OSHA Fall Prevention Certifications. Be able to operate Qlab software, Yamaha digital audio consoles, and able to operate and program ETC Ion lighting consoles, and perform production scheduling, tracking, and budgeting.
Be computer proficient (Apple, MS Word, Excel, Vectorworks, or AutoCad, and internet file sharing); should have maturity and understanding of the artistic process and excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills.
Be proficient in all areas of production management such as audio, lighting, special effects, rigging, carpentry, etc.
Technical Director operates, maintains, and safeguards the technical assets of the venue, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, and communications equipment. Also oversees the use and maintenance of stage facilities; determines the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, staging, and special needs, necessary for events and performances presented at the facility in advance of production dates; designs sets up, maintains, and operates lighting and sound systems for theatre and other productions and projects; monitors the condition of equipment including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; arranges for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; performs preventive maintenance on equipment; assists with the preparation and control of production budgets; maintains inventory and orders specialized supplies; attends technical rehearsals, to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of the maintaining the show.
Operating within current health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment.
Keeping abreast of the advances in technologies and techniques in the industry.
Taking on frontline electrical maintenance duties when needed.
Aids in all stages of post-production, including during finalizing.
Tech Manager orders items for the department with prior approval from the General Manager.
Tech Director is required to report any damaged property to the General Manager and Operations Manager.
In charge of scheduling, hiring, training, and maintaining the technical department.
Maintaining personal health and sanitation standards.
Performing other work-related duties as assigned
Working conditions
Job tasks are performed close to other people and require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires long periods of working in hot, wet, humid, and loud environments. Directly responsible for oversight of venue safety and reporting of such concerns or violations to appropriate management.
Physical requirements
· Be able to lift, reach, bend and stoop
· Be able to work in a standing position for long periods (up to 8 hours)
· Be able to safely lift bags, cases, and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift
