Reporting to the respective Technical Managers of Lighting, Staging and Sound, you will be responsible for all technical and production aspects of live events within our centre and for putting in place practices that are comparable to the best practices of major arts centres in the world.

Together, you will lead the crew in providing technical support, maintaining high quality facilities and ensuring that events are run by an efficient backstage technical team. As we embark intensively this year on new training initiatives, you will also assist your respective technical managers in driving these initiatives.

The candidate must have indepth and up-to-date knowledge in the respective technical areas of either lighting, staging and sound within the live entertainment industry, ideally at an international level.

You should possess at least 10 years' experience in technical theatre (either in lighting, staging or sound respectively) at a managerial / leadership level in a performing arts centre or producing company working in similar venues.

Fluency in English, along with strong interpersonal skills, is essential. Experience in the professional development of theatre production and technical personnel will be an asset as you will be involved in training technical crew.

You must be able to relocate and commence work in Singapore within the 3rd quarter of 2008.

The selected candidate will be offered an initial 3-year contract and a competitive remuneration package that will cover accommodation and relocation expenses. We invite you to send your resume to us with an indication of your current and expected remuneration by 31 May 2008. Please also include a recent photograph and the names of 2 professional referees with their contact details. You can send your resume to ytheresa@esplanade.com

More information on Esplanade is available on our website: www.esplanade.com

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The Technical Production Manager supervises backstage operations for Walton Arts Center, overseeing technical and production aspects of all events. Walton Arts Center venues include a 1201-seat auditorium with proscenium stage, a 200-seat variable stage black box theater and a 200-seat multi-purpose space. The ideal candidate will have strong interest in being part of a growing, dynamic organization with effective team-leadership skills.

Duties include overseeing production and coordination of all technical aspects of venue; hiring, training and scheduling of full time crew; technical equipment purchases and maintenance; budget development; analyzing and negotiating technical requirements for professional touring companies and assisting clients with technical design and execution.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in technical theater or equivalent experience; a minimum of 10 years technical experience and minimum of 3 years technical management experience or equivalent other management experience; working knowledge and experience in audio, electronics, carpentry and wardrobe, in union and on-union houses. Satisfactory completion of ETCP exam is a plus.

Please send resume and at least three references to humanresources@waltonartscenter.org.

Position is open until filled - expected start date between June-August 2008. Salary is commensurate with experience.

For more information, visit www.waltonartscenter.org.

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The University of San Francisco seeks an Assistant Professor of Production Management and Design.

The Department has 45-50 majors in Performing Arts and Social Justice. Responsibilities include serving as Production Manager for all department productions, teaching two to three courses per academic year, lighting design for two to three productions per year. MFA in Production Management and expertise in Lighting Design; or MFA in Lighting Design with significant Production Management experience.

Position begins Fall 2008.

Send transcripts, a letter of application, resume, three letters of reference, and portfolio photos to: Roberto Varea, Chair, Performing Arts Department, University of San Francisco, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA 94117-1080.

USF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. See full description at: www.usfjobs.com

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Shippensburg University Student Services, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Technical Director to assist the Technical Director at the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University. This is a full time 12 month staff position. See full job description and application guidelines at www.LuhrsCenter.com and click on employment.

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Sangamon Auditorium Associate Director of Stage Services University of Illinois at Springfield

Under the general supervision of the Director of Sangamon Auditorium, the Associate Director of Stage Services (sometimes known as Technical Director) supervises, schedules and coordinates the use of stages, stage systems and ancillary facilities, dressing rooms and related equipment for Sangamon Auditorium, the Studio Theatre, and other venues as required by the unit. Qualifications/Minimum Education and Work Experience: Bachelors Degree (Theatre Arts preferred) and five years experience in supervising professional theatrical stage operations required; MFA preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of stagecraft safety procedures.

For more information about this position, please visit www.sangamonauditorium.org.

Please send letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references to: Carly Shank, Chair, Associate Director of Stage Services Search Committee, Sangamon Auditorium, One University Plaza, MS PAC 397, Springfield, Illinois 62703-5407 or email to carmi1@uis.edu. Screening of applicants begins June 9 and will continue until the position is filled.

UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Persons with disabilities, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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The Theater Department at Buffalo State seeks applications for a full-time professional staff position beginning August 2008. Responsibilities include for the production of costumes for theater and dance productions; training and overseeing of student crews; organization and maintenance of Costume Shop facilities and equipment.

Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, experience in theatrical pattern making and costume construction, experience working in an educational and/or professional costume shop, basic knowledge of costume history and costume design, and a commitment to the collaborative production process. Preferred qualifications: experience in costume crafts and dyeing, supervising student costume construction and wardrobe crews, teaching at the college level, experience in designing costumes.

Send letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Ann Emo, Search Chair, Theater Department, RH 203, Buffalo State College, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222. Electronic applications are preferred and may be submitted at emoar@buffalostate.edu. Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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Responsibilities: schedule, supervise student crews; manage payroll, billing; set-up, run, strike performances and rehearsals; minimal in-house stage management.

Requirements: bachelor’s with background in theater technology or relevant experience; interpersonal, organizational skills; supervisory competence; computer literacy. Position necessitates evening / weekend hours, some long shifts; mobility, climbing, carrying.

Full-time, 12-month, benefits eligible position which will be staffed for a 2-year period with no guarantee of continued employment.

Bucknell University values a diverse community and is committed to excellence through diversity in faculty, staff, students. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Bucknell University especially welcomes applications from women and minority candidates. For additional information and to apply, visit www.bucknell.edu/jobs.

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Production Coordinator, full-time, 12 month position, beginning June 2008. Bachelors Degree preferred. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. For best consideration, apply by May 16, 2008 to: Production Coordinator Search Committee, Department of Theatre, University of Maryland, 2810 Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD 20742-1610. For complete information, please refer to: www.theatre.umd.edu/pcposition.htm AA/EEO

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As Production Manager, to oversee and coordinate technical production support for all Theater Department performances in the Frear Ensemble Theater and the Pearson-Hall Theater. This includes working with Theater faculty and LPAC staff to provide all necessary equipment and staffing support for the running of sound, lights, projection/media equipment, and audience seating for Theater Department productions, as well as hiring, training, and oversight of student stage managers and running crews. Responsible for general technical oversight and maintenance of equipment and inventory (including seating, floor, and curtains) for the Frear Ensemble Theater, as well as for organization and oversight of all load-ins and strikes for Theater Department productions. Also responsible for supervision and maintenance of furniture and hand props and stock scenery elements. As Technical Director, to provide set construction and painting for Production Ensemble, Senior Company, and honors thesis productions each year, in collaboration with the faculty, guest artist, or student designers and directors involved. Hiring, training, and oversight of a student workforce in support of this work. Oversight of equipment and supplies in the scene shop of the LPAC. For LPAC Staff Office, to coordinate, schedule, and supervise construction and load-in of two-three Drama Board productions per academic year.

Requirements: Minimum of a B.A. or B.F.A. in theater, with an emphasis in technical theater and/or set design and/or lighting design. Minimum of two years of professional experience in technical theater work.

Application deadline is May 1st.

Please apply through our web site at www.swarthmore.edu under Human Resources and Employment Opportunities. Swarthmore College has a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity in its educational program and employment. The College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds including those who have intercultural experience and those with demonstrable commitments to an inclusive society and world.

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Continuing, part-time, 10-month position. $15,000 (without benefits). August--May. Bachelor's degree in theatre required, BFA preferred. Duties to include maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities assisting with lighting design and execution, supervising sound design and implementation, assisting with stage properties, and providing technical support for on-campus lectures and programs held in the theatre. Other duties as assigned by Theatre Chair. Background check required. Application deadline: June 10, 2008. EEO/ADA Compliance Employer.

Send letter of application, list of three references, official transcript, and resume to:
Midwestern State University
ATTN: Laura Jefferson, Theatre Chair
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, Texas 76308-2099
(940) 397-4395

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The Theatre Arts Program in the Department of Performance Studies, Texas A&M University, is seeking a full-time Technical Director-Lecturer for an undergraduate liberal arts theatre program. Teaching load: two courses per semester in theatre technology and other areas of expertise. Production responsibilities include technical direction for department productions; management of the scene shop, including set construction, props, lights and sound; oversight of student crews. Design opportunities possible.

The position requires strong communication skills, understanding of the educational mission of an undergraduate baccalaureate program, and a desire and capacity to supervise and mentor students in scenic construction and general production skills. Proficiency in VectorWorks and experience in sound design preferred. Academic background: MFA in theatre technology preferred; MA with 5 years experience considered. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Start date: August 1, 2008.

The Theatre Arts Program at Texas A&M offers a Bachelor of Arts degree and provides a broad humanistic education in the liberal and fine arts. The program has approximately 60 majors, and sponsors two annual main-stage season productions, as well as other performance and production opportunities. The Theatre Arts and Music programs are housed in the Department of Performance Studies, one of twelve academic departments in the College of Liberal Arts.

Texas A&M University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and design/production philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Judith Hamera, Professor and Head, Department of Performance Studies, Texas A&M University, 104 Academic – MS 4240, College Station, Texas 77843.

Electronic applications to: jhamera@tamu.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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Technical Director/Lighting Designer: Whitman College seeks a Technical Director/Lighting Designer and Adjunct Instructor of Theatre for an active liberal arts theatre program. Full-time position for the 2008-2009 academic year with possibility of annual renewal; main responibilities falling between mid-August and late May. Duties include: Maintaining scene shop and lighting/ sound equipment; budgeting and purchase of production equipment and supplies; supervising and training student technical staff and students in Play Production laboratory; organizing the build and hang of eight productions in two theatres (315 seat proscenium house and small variable configuration black box); liaison with guest scenic and lighting designers; designing lighting for two-four productions; teaching one course per semester; some facilities maintenance.

Qualifications: M.F.A. in Technical Theatre or Lighting Design or B.A. and equivalent experience; proficiency in carpentry, rigging, lighting, sound, drafting, VectorWorks; previous experience working with undergraduate students desirable.

Send vita and three letters of recommendation to Professor Nancy L. Simon, Harper Joy Theatre, Whitman College, 345 Boyer Ave., Walla Walla, WA 99362 or email simonnl@whitman.edu. Consideration of applications will begin May 1. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, creed, or disability. Whitman is building a diverse academic community and encourages minorities, women, and persons with disabilities to apply. Experience and skills that contribute to the diversity of the college are appreciated. For additional information about Whitman College and the Walla Walla area, see www.whitman.edu and www.wallawalla.org.

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Technical Theatre Director/Instructor
Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School
615 12th street
Augusta GA 30901
Phone: (706) 823-6924
Contact: Vicky Addison, Principal
Email: Addisvi@rcboe.org
Web: www.davidsonfinearts.org
Starts: August 2008. Resumes being accepted now.
Duration: 10-month renewable contract
Pay: Per Richmond County Board of Education Salary Scale

Duties:
Technical director/production supervisor ---organizing, designing, installing and maintaining production support including scenery, staging, and lighting. Classroom instruction (6th-12th grade). Email pullije@rcboe.org for full job description.

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The Episcopal Academy, a private college-preparatory school located outside Philadelphia, seeks a full-time Technical Theatre Director to join our Department of Theatre and Dance, fall 2008. This summer the school will move to a brand new campus in Newtown Square, PA with state-of-the-art facilities that include a 600 seat proscenium theatre, a black box theatre and a fully equipped scene shop. Candidates must have practical experience in set design/construction; lighting design/execution; counter weight fly system; sound and prop design; scene shop operation; and theatre scheduling. Responsibilities: design/build all middle and upper school plays; teach upper school tech theatre classes; lead middle/upper school set builds after school; and manage two theatres and scene shop. The theatre department seeks an energetic, organized, student-centered TD who is eager to help strengthen our already outstanding theatre department as we embark on an exciting new chapter in the history of theatre and dance at The Episcopal Academy.

Please send a letter and resume to: Mindy Hong, Academic Dean, The Episcopal Academy, 376 N. Latches Lane, Merion, PA 19066 or by email: Hong@ea1785.org

Required: BA/BFA in Technical Theatre and experience in educational setting. Preferred: MA/MFA in technical theatre with teaching experience.

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Branch manager / Theatrical Sales (Atlanta)

Branch Manager Position for a national theatrical sales company. The successful applicant will have knowledge of theatre (technical theatre a definite plus) and general business management.

P/L responsibility, Supervise general day-to-day operations, Manage local staff according to budget and performance expectations, Review and maintain proper labor levels to budget, Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of several departments, Maintain proper inventory levels, Pursue technical theatre projects and bids, Manage, oversee and support project work.

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will have a strong background in theatre including extensive knowledge of technical theatre operations. Organizational skills, personnel management, a positive attitude, strong communication skills and the ability to run a remote operation are essential skills. Experience in sales and operations is a plus. Please submit a resume and salary requirements via e-mail to: careers@norcostco.com Location: Atlanta Compensation: Commensurate with experience

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Representative Responsibilities:
•Implements the design of a custom project layout.
•Addresses requests for information from dealers, consultants, engineers, electricians, representatives and end users in a timely and professional manner.
•Reviews quotations, sales order and purchase orders and addresses any discrepancies in a timely fashion.
•Confirms system requirements.
•Ensures drawings are consistent and accurate.
•Submits drawings to customers by or on due date.
•Reviews submittal drawings/check printing.
•Manages the project’s progress to ensure the scheduled ship date is met.
•Provides accurate project status to customers as soon as changes occur.
•Submits shop drawings to Systems Engineering for review.
•Releases project to manufacturing.
•Updates project schedules to ensure they are accurate and current.
•Communicates custom aspects with custom expediter.
•Meets promised ship dates and specifications.
•Ensures quality customer support for each project.
•Communicates project’s schedule and ensures it is agreed-upon by external personnel (rep/dealer/consultant/customer/contractor).
•Ensures product shipped meets customer’s expectations.
•Ensures product meets customer requirements.
•Reviews shipping paperwork for accuracy.
•Supports system energization.
•Ensures all equipment is on site and missing equipment is expedited if necessary.
•Provides support to on-site technicians.
•Assists other Project Managers when needed.
•Acts as a resource for other departments.
•Assists in the training of department personnel.
•Other duties as assigned.
•Completes special projects and requests in a timely and positive fashion.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in theatrical related field, or comparable business experience in increasingly responsible positions in the related discipline
•1-3 years of appropriate theatre industry experience
•Practicable experience in technical theatre and/or construction
•Knowledge of electronics and/or electrical theories or practices
•Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
•Strong motivation and leadership skills
•Microsoft Office/PC skills
•Able to work well under pressure and defuse volatile situations

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Vincent Lighting Systems is currently looking to fill a full-time administrative position in our Cleveland Rental department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Rental billing, entering and processing Rental orders and associated purchase orders, processing bi-weekly Rental payroll, and Rental order tracking.

Good organizational and computer skills are necessary, and a basic working knowledge of theatrical lighting is a plus. All of our employees interact with customers, so excellent customer service skills are a must.

Vincent Lighting is a small, fun company with good pay and great benefits, including profit sharing and 401k. VLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Download full job description at www.vincentlighting.com.

Send resumé and cover letter to Sean Mangan, Vincent Lighting Systems, 18370 S. Miles Rd. Cleveland OH 44128, fax 216-475-6376 or e-mail us at jobopp@vls.com.

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This is a new position and discipline at ETC. Establishing and managing a consistent and wide ranging educational program is a high priority for ETC. The Education discipline will reside within the Marketing department.

The Training Manager will design, develop, and administer a comprehensive educational program for ETC customers. The program will include public training seminars, development of digital training to be offered online and shipped with products, and development of educational materials for third party trainers to use.

The successful candidate will have strong administrative skills combined with the ability to provide leadership across multiple disciplines and develop a successful program. Individual should be able to work with little supervision. Individual should be able to successfully mange other employees.

Representative Responsibilities:
- Design and develop comprehensive educational framework.
- Scope the operations of the Education enterprise.
- Map the organization
- Develop Budget and staffing plans
- Develop transition plan for staff and processes
- Design content development plan –define standards
- Plan for continued content development i.e.. staffing and resources required
- Develop overall deployment plans and schedules for the educational enterprise
- Define event types
- Determine deployment methods, communications methods for all activities
- Design measurement systems and processes
- Install the education discipline within ETC
- Provide leadership for the education effort internally
- Develop partnerships with sales, systems and technical services
- Recruit Subject matter experts
- Establish Processes and infrastructure
- Create event plans and schedules
- Define support infrastructure
- Develop education product catalogs and offerings
- Implement online education management tool
- Oversee development of curriculum, course content and training materials
- Select and align education staff
- Implement transitional processes, communication processes
- Operate the Education program
- Oversee event management
- Oversee online deployment and operations
- Continue content and course development
- Set schedules and monitor progress
- Adjust and improve operations as required
- Track user feedback
- Measure and report on progress. Adjust the enterprise to achieve best results

Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Coordinates and collaborates with other departments of the company in establishing and carrying out responsibilities
- Develop and maintain positive communication between department and other departments.
- Performs the hiring, orientation, training, performance management, career development, and overall employee development of department personnel.
- Formulates, implements & reviews ISO procedures related to the department
- Instructs employees about procedures and work instructions
- Informs employees as to company/departmental plans and progress
- Maintains reporting on all department activities
- Continue to monitor efficiency in the department and make improvements where appropriate

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in increasingly responsible positions in training Masters degree highly desirable
- 3-5 years previous supervisory experience
- Background in Educational administration desired, administrative leadership background acceptable. Background in corporate training and education also highly desirable
- Previous experience in the theatre and entertainment industry is a plus
- Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Public speaking experience
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to implement a strategic plan across multiple disciplines
- Experience leading cross discipline teams
- Familiarity with employment law
- Excellent organizational skills

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Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is looking for a Production Manager/Technical Assistant to start by June 2008. This is a salaried position with a strong benefit package. Responsibilities include: some scenic and lighting design, set construction, coordinate, train and supervise backstage volunteers, special effects, oversee technical requirements of productions in coordination with the Technical Director. Knowledge of sound equipment is preferable. Send cover letter, resume and references to: Fort Wayne Civic Theatre, Executive Director, 303 E. Main Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802; (260) 422-8641.

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SECOA, a national stage equipment manufacturer/contractor with corporate headquarters in MN, is seeking candidates to lead a Business Development Region. Co-create and implement annual national business development plans to educate targeted industry professionals about SECOA’ products and services.

Responsibilities:
•Assist in the development of and implement annual national business development plans to educate industry professionals
•Assist in the review and update of SECOA’s marketing message to its various audiences
•Influence SECOA-friendly plans and specs produced by key industry professionals
•Acquire and report on strategic market intelligence and its impact on SECOA
•Set, monitor and achieve annual, quarterly and monthly goals in alignment with Management priorities
•Work with marketing department to establish yearly marketing/advertising budgets

Qualifications and Attributes:
•Extensive technical knowledge of both the theatrical equipment and construction industries
•Results orientated: proven ability to set, meet and exceed established goals
•3-5 years of relevant business development or sales experience
•Exceptional relationship builder, evidenced by having a well rounded network of theatrical industry contacts
•Superior listening, verbal and written communication skills
•Successful track record of developing and leading personnel
•Proactive and creative problem solver

Benefits:
•Competitive salary plus incentive component
•Full benefits including 401K Plan with match

Contact:
Please email your resume and salary requirements to t.meister@secoa.com or fax to 763-506-8844. SECOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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