THEATRE PHILADELPHIA
Technical Director (Seasonal, October - May) - Stipend Role
THEATRE PHILADELPHIA, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, United States, 19010
Technical Director (Seasonal, October - May) - Stipend Role
The Shipley School, 814 Yarrow Street, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Post Date: Oct 9, 2025 The Shipley School Theater Department seeks a
Technical Director
to support five productions across divisions during the 2025 - 2026 school year. This seasonal role will be paid a $4,000-$6,000 per show stipend, based on experience. This person will report to the Theater Producer. US Fall Plays - October 1 to November 22, 2025 LS Musical - October 1 to December 15, 202 US Musical - January 3 to March 16, 2026 MS Musical - February 1 to April 20, 2026 US Shakespeare - April 1 to May 20, 2026 Key Responsibilities: Oversee technical aspects of productions in school theatre spaces Lead construction, installation, and strike of scenery, lighting, sound, and props Coordinate with directors, producers, designers, and vendors on schedules, timelines, and budgets Ensure safe, efficient, and professional production practices Program and operate lighting and sound consoles for rehearsals and performances, including inputting cues from scripts into the system Supervise and mentor student technicians and stage crew, including training student board operators Qualifications: Degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent professional experience Strong background in scenic construction, lighting, and/or sound Proficiency with lighting and sound boards (e.g., ETC Ion, Soundcraft, Crestron/QSC TouchMix) Experience mentoring students in a theatrical or educational environment preferred Flexible schedule for some evenings/weekends This job description is designed to accurately reflect the job duties. However, it may not be all-inclusive and other job-related duties may be required. Interested candidates should complete the online application and upload a current resume. Applications received that are missing supporting documents will receive less consideration. No phone calls, please.
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The Shipley School, 814 Yarrow Street, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Post Date: Oct 9, 2025 The Shipley School Theater Department seeks a
Technical Director
to support five productions across divisions during the 2025 - 2026 school year. This seasonal role will be paid a $4,000-$6,000 per show stipend, based on experience. This person will report to the Theater Producer. US Fall Plays - October 1 to November 22, 2025 LS Musical - October 1 to December 15, 202 US Musical - January 3 to March 16, 2026 MS Musical - February 1 to April 20, 2026 US Shakespeare - April 1 to May 20, 2026 Key Responsibilities: Oversee technical aspects of productions in school theatre spaces Lead construction, installation, and strike of scenery, lighting, sound, and props Coordinate with directors, producers, designers, and vendors on schedules, timelines, and budgets Ensure safe, efficient, and professional production practices Program and operate lighting and sound consoles for rehearsals and performances, including inputting cues from scripts into the system Supervise and mentor student technicians and stage crew, including training student board operators Qualifications: Degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent professional experience Strong background in scenic construction, lighting, and/or sound Proficiency with lighting and sound boards (e.g., ETC Ion, Soundcraft, Crestron/QSC TouchMix) Experience mentoring students in a theatrical or educational environment preferred Flexible schedule for some evenings/weekends This job description is designed to accurately reflect the job duties. However, it may not be all-inclusive and other job-related duties may be required. Interested candidates should complete the online application and upload a current resume. Applications received that are missing supporting documents will receive less consideration. No phone calls, please.
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