<p>Posting Details</p> <p>Position Information</p> <p>Job Title Theatre Technical Director Posting Number S1541P Pay Range</p> <p>The compensation for this appointment will range from $85,000 to $90,000 annually and reflects what California Baptist University reasonably expects to pay for this staff appointment. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to wages, CBU offers a robust suite of employee benefits.</p> <p>Position Summary Information</p> <p>Summary</p> <p>The Theatre Arts Division of the School of Performing Arts at California Baptist University is seeking a highly qualified Theatre Technical Director to provide technical leadership for a dynamic Christian-based program that produces a season of four productions, including plays and musicals, in the Wallace Theatre, a 261-seat modified proscenium stage, and a two play Shakespeare festival on an Elizabethan stage, erected during the months of May and June. This position provides instruction in areas of theatre specialty, such as scenic construction, lighting, projection, properties, and sound. Other responsibilities include providing technical support for CBU classes and contributing to the maintenance of division resources under the oversight of the Professor of Theatrical Design and the Division Director.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</p> <p>Include the following:</p> <ul> <li>Train and supervise students and student workers on the sound, lighting, projection, stage, and costuming equipment in the Wallace Theatre, Elizabethan Stage, Adams Business Park Scene Shop, and Indiana Storage facilities. </li><li>Train and supervise students and student workers on the construction, painting, load-in, and assembly of scenic and property elements of Theatre Arts Division productions. </li><li>Schedule, train, and supervise student running crews for and during each Theatre Arts Division production. </li><li>Operate various hand and power tools to set up for productions and events; maintain current inventory of supplies and equipment; perform minor repairs to equipment; maintain equipment maintenance log detailing maintenance and repair activities. </li><li>Collaborate with the Division Director and Professor of Theatrical Design to make design position assignments and recommendations for both students and contracted workers alike. </li><li>Supervises stage managers in the running of production meetings. </li><li>Attends meetings such as Paper Tech, Theatre Arts Faculty and Staff Meetings, and School of Performing Arts gatherings. </li><li>Responsible for the purchasing of raw materials and tracking of expenditures as they apply to each production's scenic, property, sound, lighting, projection, and paint costs, in coordination with the Theatre Arts Office Manager, Scene Shop Supervisor, and Division Director. </li><li>Supervise the sound design and mixing of the division's musical theatre productions, in consultation with designers and/or contract specialists, such as audio engineers. </li><li>Supervise the positioning, hook-up, and cueing of the stage lighting for division productions, in consultation with designers and/or contracted specialists. </li><li>Provide theatrical designs in the areas of scenic, lighting, and sound as needed, in consultation with the Professor of Theatrical Design, Division Director, and applicable production directors. </li><li>Develop construction and move-in schedules for all Theatre Arts Division productions in coordination with the Scene Shop Supervisor, Design Professor, and Division Director. </li><li>Proactively organize, clean, and maintain all shop, storage, and theatre spaces in an orderly and safe manner in accordance with local codes and expectations established by the Professor of Theatrical Design and Division Director. </li><li>Coordinates with parties as appropriate, such as the Scene Shop Supervisor, Design Professor, contractors, and CBU technical staff from schools and departments such as the School of Performing Arts and Conference and Events Services. </li><li>Complete and submit maintenance requests for necessary repairs. Work in partnership with the Office Manager to make sure requests are submitted and completed. </li><li>Make recommendations regarding capital purchases of new theatrical and shop equipment. </li><li>Provides support to professors and instructors for technical and production-related needs in the classroom and other division events, such as capstone performances. </li><li>Drive 18'-26' trucks in the movement of scenery from remote shops to performance venues. </li><li>Contribute to other School of Performing Arts productions, as needed. </li></ul> <p>Supervisory Responsibilities</p> <p>This position will directly supervise the Theatre Program Scenic Shop Supervisor and be responsible for assigning work and/or giving direction to Student Workers, in order to complete work assignments.</p> <p>Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities</p> <p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated ability and willingness to live and uphold the University's Christ-centered mission and values. </li><li>Ability to physically demonstrate and operate all equipment. </li><li>Ability to work at heights, such as on ladders, catwalks, and lifts. </li><li>Knowledge and ability to demonstrate key tasks for areas such as lighting and sound board operation, projection, follow-spot, hair and makeup, costumes, properties, and scene changes. </li><li>Demonstrated knowledge and ability to color match. </li><li>Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the demands of the position. </li><li>Knowledge of scenic construction techniques. </li><li>Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control. </li><li>Knowledge of standard budgeting and expenditure control procedures and documentation. </li><li>Ability to relate positively and effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. </li><li>Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. </li><li>Knowledge of applicable safety procedures. </li><li>Demonstrated equipment maintenance skills. </li><li>Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals. </li><li>Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. </li><li>Ability to analyze and solve problems. </li><li>Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. </li></ul> <p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; and requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate machines and power equipment. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and the ability to identify and distinguish colors. Requires speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, dim lighting, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.</p> <p>Education and/or Experience</p> <p>Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, and five to six years of demonstrated experience in scenic construction and the design and operation of theatrical sound and lighting systems. Special consideration will be given to those possessing an MFA in theatre design or technical direction.</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Open Date 05/27/2025 Remove from Web Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Nondiscrimination Statement</p> <p>State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.</p> <p>Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.calbaptist.edu/postings/9412</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Are you a Christian? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Do you attend church regularly? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <p>If no, please explain (required):</p> </li></ul> <p>(Open Ended Question)</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Please see above link for more information) </li></ul> </li><li>Yes (I am familiar and not in conflict) </li><li>No (I am in conflict or not familiar) </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>Cover Letter </li><li>Letter of Reference 1 </li><li>Letter of Reference 2 </li><li>Other Document </li><li>Other Document 2 </li></ul>