Theatre Technical Director - Constellation Theatre Company

Heading into our 18th season, Constellation Theatre Company (CTC) seeks a qualified Technical Director to support the company as we launch into our next season. This person will play a key role in our success. Position reports to the Production Manager.
 

Key Responsibilities:
• Take the Scenic Designers’ drawings and use as a plan for build;
• Create build drawings of each scenic element;
• Help Production Manager to cost out the design and ensure that the production remains in budget;
• Purchase and pick up materials for build as necessary (using a company card);
• Build all scenic elements of the production;
• Manage the logistics of the scene shop as a multi-use space for build, paints, and rehearsals;
• Meet regularly with Production Manager and other department heads as the production process occurs;
• Load in and out the scenery from multiple spaces including but not limited to the rehearsal space, scene shop, and theatre venue;
• Install the scenery in the theatre space;
• Strike the scenery and restore the theatre space to standard conditions;
• Lead overhire crew during the load in and load out / strike calls;
• Participate in staff activities and training;
• Maintain facility tools, upgrades, inventories, and more;
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidates for this position may possess:
• A minimum of 3 years professional experience as a Technical Director;
• Thorough knowledge of most areas of theatrical production, carpentry, and theatrical scenery;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and work within approved budget;
• Thorough knowledge of power tool usage and maintenance;
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in CAD programs and Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather/analyze information skillfully;
• Ability to work well in group problem-solving situations;
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects and work with people of varying experience levels;
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. alone in some circumstances, but shared lift in others;
• Comfortability working on ladders and at heights;
• Strong communication, diplomatic and leadership skills;
• Willingness to be flexible, collaborative, highly motivated, organized and responsible;
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Compensation
• Compensation is at an hourly rate of $26/hour for a full time seasonal position of 40 weeks with possible overtime. Negotiable and commensurate with experience.
• Constellation Theatre Company offers competitive benefits to its full-time employees including health and dental insurance, 13 federal holidays and flexible work schedules.
• Hours are full-time (generally Monday – Friday during the day) with evening and weekend hours as required based on the production schedule.

To apply, please submit:
• A cover letter;
• Your resume;
• At least 3 references.
Email your application materials to: Samuel Klaas, Production Manager at jobs@ConstellationTheatre.org with “Technical Director” in the subject line. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
 

Our Mission: Constellation Theatre Company tells big, powerful stories in an intimate space. We spark curiosity and imagination with plays from all over the world that feature visual spectacle, original music, dynamic movement, and passionate acting ensembles. We draw from the genres of fantasy, farce, and epic adventure to transport our audiences to dramatic worlds where the action is larger than life.

Anti-Racist Work: Constellation’s core artistic value, “Treat all participants with dignity, kindness andrespect,” lives at the center of our company culture. We strive to practice a commitment to radical collaboration and encourage every person in our company of artists, audience, board of directors, and staff to express their ideas and concerns, knowing that they will be heard and recognized. We believe that the communal experience of live theatre promotes compassion, understanding, healing and
connection – and that we need it now more than ever.

COVID-19 Policies: Constellation Theatre Company is currently restructuring our health and safety guidelines from Covid specific policies to a more generalized health policy. This season, masks will be optional for all company members. We will approach performances with a hybrid model - the majority of performances will be mask optional, but we will schedule specific dates that are still mask required. PPE such as masks, tests, and other COVID supplies will be available for use at all times, but not required. We will continue to monitor and follow guidelines and recommendations from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and DC Health (DCH) and reserve the right to alter or change the mask and testing policy during the production process based on these resources should circumstances change.

To learn more about our Mission, Anti-Racist work, and COVID-19 Policies, visit constellationtheatre.org. Constellation Theatre Company is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Constellation Theatre Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.