Interim Design andTechnical Director
Interim Design andTechnical Director
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Job Description
DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women members of underrepresented groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position will remain open until filled.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship at this time.The Technical Director/Designer is responsible for set design lighting sound video and other technical needs for all performing arts events including Institute of Music Theatre Performing Arts Series and other events as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
Oversee the design and construction of theatrical sets coordinating with set designers lighting designers costume designers sound designers prop coordinators video designers carpenters and scenic artists. Ensure that sets are built safely efficiently and within budget and that they meet the artistic vision of the production.
If qualified may act as a scenic designer and/or lighting designer as assigned.
Assist in oversight of student designers along with directors and faculty.
Coordinate the procurement construction and maintenance of props for productions. Work with prop designers and artisans to ensure that props are created or acquired according to the artistic vision of the production and manage their storage transportation and use during rehearsals and performances.
Oversee the installation and operation of lighting equipment including hanging and focusing lights.
Coordinate backstage activities during rehearsals and performances including cueing actors managing scene changes and ensuring the smooth flow of the production. Serve as a liaison between the production team and the cast and crew to facilitate communication and resolve issues as they arise.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols throughout the production process. Develop and implement safety procedures for rehearsals load-ins and performances to minimize risks to cast crew and audience members.
Supervise and maintain the scene shop.
Support technical theatre courses including assisting with the Production Lab courses.
Oversee production strikes.
Attend production meetings and operations meetings.
Assist with events and performances as assigned in all spaces operated by the Creative School.
Other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.
Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
Communication Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Communication Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Diversity Oriented - Commitment to valuing a variety of different experiences encouraging input and collaboration from campus stakeholders including being mindful of experiences related but not limited to: age gender race ethnicity religion socio-economic status LGBTQ and/or job type.
Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
Negotiation Skills - Ability to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
Project Management - Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.
Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment facilities materials as well as personnel.
Safety Awareness Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety and uphold safety standards.
Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with Summer Camps and Programs as necessary.
Provide support for both the Green Center for the Performing Arts and Music on the Square.
Work with the Office of the President as requested to support events in the Green Center.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: Minimum requirement is a Bachelors degree; degree in technical theatre preferred.
Experience: Experience in design and construction of theatrical scenic elements and technical rehearsal required. Experience with stage lighting and video projections desired.
Communication/Language: Basic: Ability to read listen to and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write and communicate simple correspondence.
Math Ability: Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite Google Calendar and Google Apps and Online Data Entry. Experience with AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks is preferred.
Certificates & Licenses
OSHA 30 training preferred. Qualifications to acquire a Pyrotechnic license from the state of Indiana is desired.
Other Requirements
Extensive organizational skills.
Must be available on some nights and weekends as events occur.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Stand
F (Frequently)
Walk
F (Frequently)
Sit
C (Constantly)
Handling / Fingering
C (Constantly)
Reach Outward
F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder
F (Frequently)
Climb
F (Frequently)
Crawl
F (Frequently)
Squat or Kneel
F (Frequently)
Bend
F (Frequently)
10 lbs or less
F (Frequently)
11-20 lbs
F (Frequently)
21-50 lbs
F (Frequently)
51-100 lbs
O (Occasionally)
Over 100 lbs
O (Occasionally)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less
F (Frequently)
13-25 lbs
F (Frequently)
26-40 lbs
F (Frequently)
41-100 lbs
O (Occasionally)
Speak
F (Frequently)
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near Distance Peripheral Depth Perception)
Hearing (Auditory perception or audition)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work primarily inside both in an office setting and in stage areas.
We are proud to recognize the active participation of faculty and staff in adding to the heritage of building and supporting vibrant intellectual and creative lives for students and for ourselves. Principles of collaboration respect for each other diversity freedom of expression accountability and service guide the daily decisions and interactions across campus.
DePauw University in affirmation of its commitment to excellence endeavors to provide equal opportunity for all individuals in its hiring promotion compensation and admission procedures. Institutional decisions regarding hiring promotion compensation and admission will be based upon a persons qualifications and/or performance without regard to race color creed religion national origin sexual orientation disability age gender gender identity or gender expression except where religion gender or national origin is a bona fide occupational qualification.
DePauw Universitys goals and commitments are best served if the institution reflects the diversity of our society; hence DePauw seeks diversity in all areas and levels of employment and abides by all local state and federal regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. The University admits hires and promotes individuals upon their qualities and merits.
Employee Benefits Overview
There are many benefits offered to DePauw Employees.
For full time benefits eligible employees these benefits include medical dental and vision insurance. Basic Life insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long Term Disability are paid for by DePauw University. Full time employees may elect to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and their voluntary benefitsTuition Remission and Exchange as well as Relocation Allowance are also employee benefits. Seethe Benefits Hub.
All employees may participate in the retirement savings plan as well as employee discounts and access to University resources.
At DePauw we recognize that our employees need to balance work and home. Please refer to University Policies forVacation TimePersonal Time(hourly)andSick Timepolicies in theEmployee Handbookfor more information on these and other benefits. When you need support theCigna Employee Assistancebenefit is available to all employees and their households.
ENJOY ACCESS TO THE AMAZING FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS DEPAUW UNIVERSITY HAS TO OFFER SUCH AS:
- Welch Fitness Center and wellness classes
- Indoor Tennis and Track Center
- University Libraries
- Peeler art galleries
- Green Center for the Performing Arts events and programs
- Ubben lecture series
- Free athletic events
- Bookstore and Starbucks (Greencastle) discounts
- Employee discounted meal plan
- Free parking
- Nature park including walking and biking trails
- Personal duplicating and printing discounts
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
