Technical Director
Theater and Dance
Summary of Job Details
Under the direction of the Production Manager, the Technical Director oversees all the technical elements and activities related to department's season of theater and dance productions. Acts as liaison between designers and shops to ensure all designs are translated and executed properly. Creates working drawings from designer drawings and elevations for use in shops. Facilitates technical set-up, operation, and coordination of personnel for technical rehearsals for all mainstage productions. Recruits, schedules, trains, and supervises student lab production run crews for mainstage productions. Oversees technical budgets and coordinates budgets with area supervisors. Oversees safety and is responsible for use of safe practices in all technical areas. Assists with the coordination of Theater and Dance facility maintenance.
Required Qualifications
BA in technical related major or equivalent experience - Bachelor's Degree
1-3 years Practical technical theater experience (including demonstrated leadership experience).
1-3 years Demonstrated experience with theater operations, including budgeting, scheduling, scenic construction, rigging, lighting and sound.
1-3 years Experience with producing efficient and precise CAD drawings.
Mastery level knowledge of technical aspects of scenery and scenic treatment.
Strong skills in producing CAD drawings, using AutoCAD or Vectorworks.
Ability to lift heavy loads and maneuver stairs.
Special Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Application review begins 12/4/25
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #82573
