Emory University · 2 days ago
Theater Technical Specialist - Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent. They are seeking a Theater Technical Specialist who will serve as a master electrician and assistant technical director for theatrical productions, supervising technical crews and managing the technical activities during rehearsals and performances.
E-LearningEducationHealth Care
Responsibilities
Serves as master electrician, assistant technical director or other specialized technician for theatrical productions. Supervises and schedules technical crews and work calls for set and properties construction, electrical preparations and load-ins, rehearsals, performances and strikes
Reads, understands and drafts theatrical ground plans, construction drawings, lighting plots and schedules. Performs multi-track recording and editing for sound projects
Repairs and maintains theater spaces, support areas, equipment and inventory. Manages the technical activities during rehearsals and performances
Supervises crews involved with set and property construction, electrical systems and/or video and audio recording
Trains students in the use of technical equipment and supervises their work in the theater. May instruct undergraduate students in theater-related courses
Performs related responsibilities as required
Build sets and execute various carpentry and welding projects
Supervise and schedule crews and work calls during set/properties construction, load-ins, rehearsals, performances, and strikes
Train students in the use of technical equipment in the theater and supervise students in laboratories for Stagecraft, work calls, technical rehearsals, and in other production classes
Serve as “shop foreman,” repairing and maintaining theater spaces, support areas, equipment and inventory. Responsible for the execution of daily tasks for the upkeep of Theater Emory facilities
Assist TD in maintaining set construction and materials budget lines for productions and shop supplies
Assist the TD in teaching components of the Stagecraft course
Locate and purchase incidental items as dictated by the needs of productions
Assist TD in supervising professional theater technicians
Assist TD in hiring, training, and supervising student workers
Oversee student and professional overhire crews in scenery
Collaborating with the TD on ensuring the safety of students, staff, and performers
Maintain inventory
Non-departmental activities, such as performances by Dance and other University departments
Supporting the Technical Director in mentoring of the student groups and supervise Theater Emory’s technical support of student theater in terms of specific questions, requests for assistance, and borrowing of equipment, and follow-up with student groups during the TD's busiest work schedule
Representing the TD in their absence, in emergency situations, and whenever the TD is unable to be on-call for performances
Occasional building maintenance (in conjunction with Production Manager)
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in theater or a related field and one year of related experience OR a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of related experience
A basic knowledge of computer technology
A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record
Preferred
Demonstrate skills in theatrical carpentry, MIG Welding, theatrical rigging, and pneumatics (preferred) and possess the skills necessary for the execution of set and property construction
Ability to read, understand, and draft theatrical ground plans, construction drawings, and schedules
Possesses expert knowledge of theatrical equipment and its repair and maintenance
Interest and experience in the coordination of theater projects in non-traditional spaces and environments, for both Theater Emory and student groups
Driver's license required
Ability to drive pickup truck and box truck
Proficiency in computer technology: Email, MS Office (Word, Excel), and online file sharing
Experience creating and maintaining inventory documents
Autocad/Vectorworks experience a plus
Must submit portfolio samples of work
Company
Emory University
Emory University is an institute of higher learning and a private research university.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$719.87MKey Investors
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2025-08-20Grant· $0.28M
2024-11-13Grant· $15M
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Claire E Sterk
President Emerita and Charles Howard Candler Professor of Public Health
Gregory Fenves
Chancellor
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