Assistant Technical Director - The Center for Performing Arts Governors State University

Description

Governors State University is seeking to hire an Assistant Technical Director to support the Technical Director in management and operational support for a nationally recognized 1162-seat entertainment venue, the Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University. The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for all technical functions along with the Technical Director, assisting in direction and supervision of all technical employees and contractors, including orientation, skills training, facility maintenance, stage direction, show lighting, sound engineering, video engineering, rigging and public safety. The Assistant Technical Director assumes responsibility for managing all technical aspects of productions in the absence of the Technical Director.



Essential Responsibilities

65%



Acts as Technical Director in the absence of the Technical Director, by assuming the responsibility for decision-making without specific instructions.

Leads technical employee orientation and assists with training, scheduling, and assignment of work duties.

Oversees all workers for strict adherence to established safety protocols

Serves as Lead Audio Engineer or Lead Lighting Designer for most productions.

May supervise up to 26 workers during activities in the facility.

Operates technically complex equipment such as computerized lighting controllers, dimming systems, counterweight fly systems, motorized rigging, and advanced audio components as required.

Determines the requirements to change from one event to another.

Fosters a harmonious work environment by setting examples and standards for employee conduct.

20%

Responsible for safety and security of the venue, its performers, equipment and audience members during all events.

Directs maintenance on all technical and stage equipment.

Researches and discusses with Auditorium Technical Director and other decision makers regarding current industry trends.

Supervises all facility workers related to technical, production, and event execution.

10%

Determines technical needs for all events by reviewing contract riders from artist and renters with Technical Director

Provides budget input.

Secures and organizing all supplies and physical resources with Technical Director.

Orders materials and supplies with Technical Director.

5%

Creates annual building maintenance list for the Facilities Development and Management Office and skilled tradesmen with Technical Director.

Responsible for opening and securing the venue and all supporting spaces daily before and after events.

Responsible for notifying Department of Public Safety on issues of concern.

Other duties as assigned.




Salary: Hourly Range: $21.28 to $24.47