Technical Director

2 weeks ago

New Paltz, New York, United States SUNY New Paltz Full time

Department: Fine and Performing Arts

Classification: SL-4

Budget Title: Staff Associate

Duties:

The State University of New York ( SUNY ) at New Paltz) welcomes applications for the role of Technical Director in our Department of Theatre Arts. The Technical Director facilitates the department's ambitious production season and works collaboratively with the faculty and students. This role manages, supervises, and maintains the scene shop as well as Parker and McKenna Theaters ensuring OSHA , SUNY Health and Safety, and Broadway Green Alliance Guidelines are being met. The Technical Director oversees the technical requirements of production: carpentry, rigging, etc; budgets and builds sets for the mainstage season in conjunction with the design team; and hires and supervises a student labor force for scenic, lighting, and sound in collaboration of head lighting and sound designers. The candidate will be responsible for attendance at production meetings, technical rehearsals, and strikes.

The Technical Director teaches two sections of THE252 'Introduction to Theatre Production' each semester and mentors students through independent study credits as assigned.
Additionally, they are a departmental liaison with the Dean's Office. The candidate will manage the department's production calendar and internal calendar for theatre spaces, and coordinate with internal department/student organizations and community organizations who may rent theatre space. This includes hiring, training, and supervising a student assistant crew to staff all non-departmental events in Parker and McKenna Theaters.

Qualifications:

Required:
  • BS, BA, or BFA is required
  • Significant professional and/or educational experience in a similar role, including proven experience translating design ideas into clear and accurate technical drawings in Vectorworks or Auto Cad.

Preferred:
  • MFA in Technical Direction or similar field

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call If you have any questions, you may contact the search coordinator, Kaitlyn Kociela Taylor

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Contact information for at least three professional references. References provided will be sent a link to upload a letter of recommendation.

Please apply by visiting
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications received by April 12, 2024 will receive priority consideration.

Other Important Information about this vacancy:

This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: . The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members – students, faculty and staff. The University's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/ EOE / ADA employer.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at .

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