Technical Theatre Director - Salem YMCA

The YMCA is seeking a dedicated Technical Director committed to our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. This role is essential to ensuring the technical excellence of our productions while supporting our mission to enrich lives through arts, community, and youth development.

About the Role:

The Technical Director will both independently and collaboratively plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of theatre productions. This role ensures technical elements are high-quality, organized, completed on schedule, and aligned with the YMCA's mission.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead and oversee the technical needs of each production, including schedule coordination, set construction, painting, strike, and clean-up.

  
  
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  Manage rentals, maintenance, and proper allocation of resources for productions.

  
  
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  Support development of production budgets, offering cost-effective recommendations.

  
  
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  Manage props: prepare items according to the script and director's needs, coordinate rehearsal timelines, restock or replace as necessary, and oversee prop budgets.

  
  
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  Maintain cleanliness and organization of all technical areas, props, sound materials, and construction supplies.

  
  
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  Participate in staff and production meetings, and support rehearsals and performances.

  
  
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  Serve as a visible representative of the Creative Arts Center, providing excellent customer service and connecting new members and participants to the YMCA.

  
  

Why Join Us?

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  Be part of a mission-driven organization making a meaningful impact in the community.

  
  
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  Engage in a creative, collaborative environment with passionate colleagues.

  
  

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  Experience in technical theatre production, set design, or related fields.

  
  
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  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  
  
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  Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively.

  
  
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  Knowledge of props, set construction, lighting, and sound systems preferred.

  
  
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  Associates Degree in design or related field considered; BA in Graphic Design preferred.

  
  
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  2+ years working in a design firm or creative team environment; alternative experience considered with portfolio review.

  
  
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  Strong prioritization, multitasking, and time-management skills.

  
  
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  Resourceful problem solver with ability to generate multiple solutions under strict parameters or budget constraints.

  
  

Environmental/Work Factors:

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  Work is performed in a theatre or production environment, including backstage areas, rehearsal rooms, and workshops.

  
  
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  May involve lifting and moving heavy set pieces and equipment.

  
  
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  Exposure to painting, construction materials, and stage equipment.

  
  
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  Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support rehearsals and performances.

  
  
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  Collaborative work with other staff, volunteers, and community members is required.

  
  

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.