Technical Director
Now Taking Applications
Make An Impact in the Live Performing Arts in Van Wert
The Technical Director oversees all technical and production aspects of performances and events at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center (NPAC) and Fountain Park for the Summer Concert Series. This role manages lighting, sound, rigging, and stage equipment, ensuring seamless operations, high production standards, and compliance with safety regulations. The Technical Director supervises the stagehands and production staff and ensures efficient workflow and task delegation. This position also serves as a key liaison to performers, touring production teams, rental clients, and school representatives, providing technical support for touring productions as well as community and school events.
Technical Director Overview
Position Primary Duties
- Oversee all technical operations, including lighting, sound, rigging, and stage management.
- Ensure proper setup, operation, and maintenance of in-house lighting, sound, and rigging systems.
- Coordinate with touring productions to advance technical requirements.
- Prepare accurate labor and production cost estimates to inform show offers and budgets.
- Ensure that school functions have appropriate staffing, equipment, and logistical support.
- Develop technical schedules, event plans, and production timelines.
- Supervise load-ins, load-outs, rehearsals, and sound checks.
- Ability to operate lighting, sound, or video as needed to support productions.
- Maintain and regularly update all technical documentation, including the venue tech packet.
- Maintain stage, storage, and access areas for cleanliness and efficiency.
- Oversee inventory, maintenance, and repairs of all technical equipment.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards, including ADA accessibility.
- Create staffing schedules to ensure proper event coverage while managing labor costs.
- Facilitate interdepartmental communication to ensure smooth coordination between production, front-of-house, and administrative teams.
- Manage the technical department budget, including forecasting and expense tracking.
- Advise on capital projects and technical upgrades.
What You Can Expect When You Join Our Team
Our staff of qualified professionals are known in the industry for their professionalism and efficiency. Artists enjoy performing in Van Wert because we create a great experience. We want to continue that tradition, and these are the perks for performing your role.
Personal Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater, Sound Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in technical direction, theatrical operations and maintenance, or a similar role within a performing arts venue, theater, or production company is required.
- Entertainment Technician Certification Program (ETCP) and other pertinent certifications are preferred.
- Experience with stage lighting, sound engineering, rigging, and stage management preferred.
- Strong leadership, project management, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to read and interpret artist riders, stage plots, and technical diagrams..
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations and multi-task effectively.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 100 pounds using appropriate tools.
- Work in tight spaces, at heights, near loud noises, near flashing lights, and in outdoor conditions.
- Maintain stamina for long and irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
On Our Stage
We are Ohio's Little Music City!
Take a look at our "crown jewel" headquarters: The Niswonger Performing Arts Center
From Broadway Tours to well-known popular artists, we bring big-city entertainment to the stage.
- Boston Pops Orchestra
- Bernadette Peters
- Blue Man Group
- Marie Osmond
- Travis Tritt
- Michael Bolton
- Olivia Newton-John
- Girl Named Tom
- Air Supply
- David Phelps
- Michael W. Smith
- Jay Leno
- Home Free
- Michael McDonough
- Peter Frampton
- Diamond Rio
- Wynona Judd
- 38 Special
- Grand Funk Railroad
- Mamma Mia
- Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat
- West Side Story
- In The Heights
- An American In Paris
- Ben Folds
- Trombone Shorty
Compensation Overview & Schedule
Full-time position, Base Salary starting at $70,000
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules
Application deadline Friday, May 2.
Email cover letter and resume to Jarin Hart:
showtime@npacvw.org (Attn: Technical Director)
Van Wert Live is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ethnic or national origin, or any other status protected by State and Federal Law.