Technical Director SPVR Job at APAP in New Brunswick

Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Technical Director SPVR for the Theater department at Mason Gross School of the Arts (MGSA).

Key Duties:

• Executes the scenic elements for all productions produced by the Theater Department at Mason Gross School of the Arts.
• Delivers scenic elements on time, safely, and within the assigned budget.
• Develops cost estimates and construction drawings.
• Supervises carpentry staff in the execution of all scenic elements and is responsible for optimizing scenic department workflow and ensuring material resources are available on a timely basis.
• Monitors and maintains the Theater Department scene shop, warehouse, performance spaces, vehicles, and other department facilities.
• Works closely and in coordination with the Mason Gross Facilities Manager.
• Ensures that all University safety protocols and procedures are observed.
• Maintains and demonstrates a professional artistic and technical level of working in the shops.
• Interacts with both professional and student workers both as designers and technicians and must be sensitive to the needs and skill levels of both groups.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Masters degree in Theater or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of technical director in a professional setting.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience in a similar function.

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Equipment Utilized:

• Wood shop.
• Metal shop.
• Power tools.
• Rigging systems.
• Hydraulic lift.
• Microsoft Office.
• AutoCAD.
• Vectorworks.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull heavy objects using appropriate tools.
• Comfortable on ladders and at significant heights.
• Some weekend and evening hours will be required.

Posting Number: 25ST0158

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