Assistant Technical Director

24 hours ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States University of Pittsburgh Full time
Staff Support-Humanities-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh-(

The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the scene shop and its accompanying spaces with student and over-hire crews in scenery and props construction. Advise and consult with technical director, designers, and faculty on specific building materials and assist in quoting and purchasing scenic materials, properties, and other necessary equipment for individual productions and shop inventory. This position will collaborate with the technical director, design tech faculty, students, and designers in design implementation for departmental productions and in the execution of projects requiring carpentry, welding, rigging, upholstery, and other production skills. Attending design/tech area, and production meetings. Assist in maintaining theatrical spaces, drafting and inventories, and student safety training documentation.
Assist with training and supervising student workers, over-hire technicians, 0880 lab students, and student volunteers during technical processes. Coordinate with production director and technical director to evaluate and accommodate seasonal internal and external rentals of spaces, soft goods, and equipment. During the summer term, position is primary contact for rental companies and ensures safety check-ins during venue occupation.

Job Summary

Oversees the day-to-day operations of one or more of the Design and Technical Spaces of the Theatre Arts department. Advises and consults with the technical director and team on production-related materials. Assists in quoting and purchasing materials, properties, and other necessary equipment for individual productions and shop inventory. Collaborates with the technical director and team on design implementation for departmental productions and the execution of projects. Attends Design and Technical Spaces production meetings. Assists in maintaining theatrical spaces, designs and inventories, & student safety training documentation. Assists with training and supervising student workers, over-hire technicians, students, and student volunteers during technical processes. Coordinates with production director and technical director to evaluate and accommodate seasonal internal and external rentals of spaces, goods, and equipment.

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will use a computer extensively. They must be capable of oral, written, and electronic communications.

Physical Effort

Lifting lumber, furniture, and other scenery units weighing approximately 10lbs. to 50 lbs. unassisted is required. Must have good sense of balance and be able to climb ladders. Able to operate in aerial work platforms and on catwalks up to a height of 40 ft.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



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