Montgomery, Alabama, USA
8 days ago
Technical Director

As a member of our hospitality team, the primary responsibility of a Technical Director is essential for the smooth and efficient operation of the Montgomery Performing Arts Centre's technical assets. This role carries the responsibility of coordinating and maintaining all equipment, ensuring that it is safe and operational at all times. The role must embody professionalism and hospitality, exhibiting excellent communication skills and the ability to handle problems effectively at different levels. An integral part of this role is managing and training associates, equipping them with the technical, conceptual, and theoretical knowledge required to satisfy customers and resolve issues efficiently.

Operating, maintaining, and safeguarding the theatre's technical assets, including lighting, sound, communication equipment, video systems, and stage.Advancing and supervising technical support for events, ensuring all necessary technical needs are met for clients and national tours.Setting up, maintaining, and operating all equipment for events and providing technical assistance to guest designers and artists.Advising production managers and lighting/sound engineers on technical specifications and in-house equipment usage, overseeing the implementation of approved designs.Monitoring the condition of equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and managing repair and replacement as needed.Assisting with the preparation and control of production budgets for equipment and production needs.Overseeing the design and purchasing of new systems to enhance technical capabilities.Maintaining good public relations with clients and providing exceptional customer service.Ensuring equipment is maintained in good working condition to deliver high-quality performances consistently.Conducting pre-shift/stand-up safety and production meetings with staff before events.Handling backstage area cosmetic remodeling, such as painting, installing plexiglass, faux wood walls, and catering décor.Utilizing graphic design skills to create promotional materials for events on various platforms, including posters, Facebook, Instagram, and marquee graphics.Ensuring the cleanliness of the CC loading dock and monitoring load outs and trash compactor.Safely operating the fly-rail system and performing tie-ins of electrical services for tours and buses.Performing maintenance on seating, such as installing new chairs and cup holders.Regularly purchasing equipment for operations and maintaining all lighting equipment, including soldering, bulb replacement, and wiring.Setting up lobby arrangements and overseeing metal detector setups and gateways for show days.Coordinating outside promotions, such as coordinating promo cars/trucks, staging them, and arranging lighting before doors open.Inspecting all rigging, fly rail, and other technical aspects of the theatre.Being proficient in selling tickets in Ticketmaster/box office.Settling shows with clients and artists in the GM's absence and managing merchandise settlements.Assuming the role of Marketing Director, managing marketing budgets for the MPAC across various platforms, including billboards, radio, social media, and promotions.
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