Technical Theater Director

Technical Theater Director

Full-time Regular – New York, NY, US

Salary Range: $73,770.00 To $ Annually

Collegiate School seeks an experienced and collaborative educator to serve as Director of Technical Theater. This faculty position combines technical theater instruction, student mentorship, and production leadership in support of a dynamic performing arts program. The Director of Technical Theater serves as the School's lead technical theater professional and oversees theatrical productions, technical theater education, and theater facilities while fostering creativity, collaboration, and leadership among students.

• Teach technical theater courses and related electives as assigned
• Mentor and supervise students participating in technical theater activities and productions
• Provide instruction in scenic construction, stagecraft, lighting, sound, stage management, and theater safety
• Foster creativity, collaboration, leadership, and problem‑solving skills through hands‑on learning experiences
• Support student participation in productions, independent projects, and co‑curricular activities

• Serve as Technical Director and Production Manager for Middle School and Upper School theater productions
• Oversee scenic design, construction, installation, and strike
• Manage stage operations, backstage logistics, and production schedules
• Provide technical support for assemblies, performances, and academic events
• Coordinate technical requirements with directors, faculty, and staff
• Maintain production calendars and schedules

• Oversee the maintenance, organization, and safe operation of theater facilities and scene shops
• Manage inventories of lighting, sound, computer, and production equipment
• Ensure compliance with theater safety standards and best practices
• Develop procedures for equipment use, storage, and maintenance
• Monitor technical needs and recommend repairs, upgrades, and replacements
• Serve as the primary liaison with vendors, suppliers, and contractors
• Coordinate purchasing of production materials and technical equipment
• Assist with budgeting and expense tracking
• Support long‑range planning related to theater facilities and production resources

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Theater, Theater Production, Theater Design, Arts Education, or a related field required
• Advanced degree preferred
• Experience in technical theater production including scenic construction, lighting, sound, or stage management
• Experience teaching middle school and/or high school students preferred
• Experience working in educational and/or professional theater settings
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment

Collegiate School is an equal opportunity employer. Collegiate School does not discriminate in matters of hiring, training, promotion, transfer, wages, discharge, school benefits, or working conditions because of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, transgender status, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.