Technical Director

SUMMARY: Temple College is seeking a dynamic Technical Director to lead production operations for the Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center (PAC), a premier cultural hub featuring a main stage and the Jackson-Graeter Backstage Theatre. Backed by a rich 50-year legacy of artistic excellence, this role oversees the technical execution for all institutional concerts, theatrical performances, and campus events. The Technical Director serves as a central collaborator within the creative community, partnering with fine arts faculty, supporting students, coordinating with community organizations, and managing production logistics for world-renowned guest artists hosted by the college.

Associates degree or equivalent Relevant experience in technical, performing arts productions and operations. PREFERRED: Bachelor's degree in Entertainment Technology, Technical Theatre, or other Performing Arts/Education related discipline. Related experience in performing arts production, venue operations, technical services, or a closely related field. CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Production Management: Coordinate and oversee all technical production aspects of performances, rehearsals, special events, load-ins, strikes, and changeovers.
• Collaboration & Support: Partner with faculty, directors, guest artists, and rental clients to determine production needs and deliver seamless technical support for all college and facility events.
• Stage & Backstage Operations: Plan, supervise, and execute stage setup, lighting, sound, rigging, and backstage operations while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workshop environment.
• Facility & Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the preventative maintenance, routine inspection, and repair of all technical equipment and facility systems, coordinating with outside service providers as needed.
• Team Supervision: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise student workers, stage crews, and freelance technicians to ensure efficient and safe event execution.
• Administration & Logistics: Manage the Fine Arts master schedule for the Performing Arts Center (PAC), maintain accurate equipment inventories, and recommend/procure equipment upgrades and purchases.

• Communicate respectfully, constructively, and supportively with co-workers, faculty, staff, students, and visitors across all forms of communication.
• Demonstrate commitment to the team by practicing punctuality, respecting deadlines, engaging in collaborative problem-solving, and maintaining honest communication.
• Build trusting workplace relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and professional responsibility, even during demanding production schedules.
• Proactively maintain technical proficiency by participating in approved training opportunities, reading job-related materials, and collaborating with peers.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Present a clean, professional appearance suitable for an educational environment with frequent students and community interaction, adhering to all safety wear standards.
• As a Temple College Employee, actively support the Caring Campus initiative by engaging in student-centered behavior commitments, providing responsive and accurate assistance to all internal and external community members, and embracing our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Respect.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Technical Systems:
  Deep understanding of ETC lighting ecosystems, digital audio networks, and theatrical rigging mechanics.
• Safety Compliance:
  Strong working knowledge of standard stage safety protocols and OSHA compliance.

• Blueprint Interpretation:
  Proficiency in reading and translating technical riders, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drawings, and stage plots.
• Advanced Diagnostics:
  High-level diagnostic skills for troubleshooting complex signal flows and equipment failures on the fly.

• High-Pressure Decision Making:
  Ability to maintain composure and solve…