Assistant Technical Director and Instructor Job at Virginia Polyt...
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT) - Blacksburg, VA, United States, 24062
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Assistant Technical Director and Instructor
Job no: 532386
Work type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Senior management: Architecture, Arts, and Design
Department: School of Performing Arts
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Instructional / Teaching Faculty, Performing Arts / Music / Theatre
Job Description
The Theatre and Cinema program within the School of Performing Arts at Virginia Tech is seeking a dynamic and innovative craftsperson for an instructor position as Assistant Technical Director. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to artistic integrity, growth, and craftsmanship, and will help mentor our students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Technical Director in supervision of scenic construction.
- Instruction of scenic technology topics.
- Organization and upkeep of materials and supplies.
- Enforcement of shop safety.
- Coordination of the shop space in a safe and orderly fashion.
- Maintain the scene shop facility and tool maintenance.
- Supervise multiple sections of the Scene Shop Lab Course per semester.
This is a 9-month position with an expected start date of August 10, 2025. The initial term will be one-year with the opportunity for renewal.
Required Qualifications:
A master’s degree; experience that includes working knowledge of metal fabrication, carpentry, rigging, shop supervision, drafting, shop safety, and automation. Must be able to work at heights, be able to lift 50 lbs., and have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous teaching experience; experience with Creative Conners automation equipment, machining, tig welding; OSHA 10 or 30 certification; ETCP Certification (or willingness to become certified); First Aid and CPR certification; and basic knowledge of lighting, sound, and projections.
Application Instructions:
Submit (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae or professional resume, (3) three references.
Salary Information:
Salary range is $50,000 - $55,000 per year.
Review Date:
March 10, 2025.
Additional Information:
Questions may be directed to John Ambrosone, Theatre Chair, at jambroso@vt.edu. The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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