Technical Director jobs in Columbus, GA

Technical Director plans and directs all aspects of technical activities within specific production. Ensures all projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives. Being a Technical Director requires a bachelor's degree in related field and at least 8 years of experience. Typically reports to top management. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lecturer / Technical Director
  • Columbus State University
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME
  • Lecturer / Technical Director

    Job ID: 249962
    Location: Columbus State University
    Full/Part Time: Full Time
    Regular/Temporary: Regular

    Job Summary
    The Department of Theatre and Dance at Columbus State University invites applications for a Lecturer / Technical Director. Along with teaching, the major responsibilities of the Technical Director are the coordination and supervision of all technical areas of departmental productions related to scenery: including sets, props, special effects and other technical needs. The Technical Director will collaborate with other members of the production team whose primary responsibilities are costumes, makeup, lighting, and sound. The Technical Director supervises the crews related to his/her responsibilities.

    Responsibilities
    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    Production Planning
    • Meets with the director and all designers to discuss the director's concept of the production.
    • Works with the designers to begin ordering supplies as designs are approved by the director.
    • Drafts all necessary technical drawings not drafted by the scene designer.
    • Works with the faculty to select crew heads and organize all crews for the production.
    • Develops an overall work schedule to fit the needs of the production.
    • Ensures that the Stage Manager will glow tape the set prior to technical rehearsals.
    • Supervises all crews and keeps the production on schedule and running smoothly.
    • Consults with other members of the production team and establishes deadlines for final changes in the designs for the production.
    • Consults with the faculty and establishes deadlines for the crews to complete their work.
    • Supervises and assists, as required, with all technical areas of the production.
    • Meets with the director, designers, stage manager, and crew heads to discuss and develop the cues and scene shifts of the production.

    Technical Rehearsals, Dress Rehearsals, and Performances

    The TD is ultimately responsible for a safe and efficient technical program. To achieve these goals, the TD may directly oversee or choose to delegate the following
    responsibilities:
    • Supervises all production staff and running crews during final rehearsals.
    • Works with the stage manager and crew heads to maintain discipline backstage and in the control booths during performances.
    • Develops plans for emergencies which could occur during the production and rehearses them with the cast and crews.
    • Remains available during the run of the show to advise and assist, as necessary, in the running of the production.
    • Prepares plans for the strike of the production prior to its closing. A production staff meeting will provide the opportunity to develop strike procedures to the satisfaction of most of the crews.
    • Organizes specific strike procedures and calls. Assigns specific responsibilities to each crew.

    Strike
    • Instructs all cast and crews in specific safety procedures to be followed during the strike.
    • With each crew head, supervises the proper storage of all equipment used in the production.
    • Makes certain that all borrowed properties are returned within three days of the strike of the production.
    • Before ending the strike, makes certain that the stage has been cleared and cleaned of all debris and that all curtains, lighting instruments, and sound equipment have been returned to their designated positions.
    • Approves any changes in the strike procedure.
    • Accounts for all supplies and equipment purchased for the production.

    Lecturer
    • Develops and delivers quality instruction
    • Maintains currency in teaching field
    • Recruits and mentors students
    • Engage in practices that support the University's focus on student engagement, problem solving, and active learning

    Required Qualifications
    Candidates are required to have an earned Master's degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in Theatre or a closely related field with recent industry experience.

    Required Documents to Attach

    • Letter of Application

    • Curriculum Vitae


    • Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be received prior to an offer being extended)

    • Statement of Teaching Philosophy


    • Statement on Research

    • Contact information of three references with emails and current telephone numbers (will not be contacted without prior notification)

    Contact Information
    If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Larry Dooley, Department of Theatre, 4225 University Avenue, Columbus, GA 31907; or via email to dooley_lawrence@columbusstate.edu.

    Conditions of Employment
    Successful completion of a criminal background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment is required.

    Equal Employment Opportunity
    Columbus State University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a sense of belongingness for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

    Special Applicant Instructions
    Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. We are looking to fill this position immediately. Applications for part-time and full-time faculty positions must include transcripts of all academic work, and official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit if selected for interview.

    All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. If applicable, any international transcripts must be evaluated by an approved foreign credential evaluator prior to submission.


    To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=249962&PostingSeq=1

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Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • Medical Director Services PC
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) Medical Director Services PC is looking to hire an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to service a skilled nursing facility in Columbus, GA. New Grads Welcome!! Excellent sala...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Practical Nursing Technical Instructor - Full-time
  • Columbus Technical College
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME
  • Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as a full-time instructor in our Practical Nursing (PN) program. This position is responsible for the classroom, laboratory, and clinical i...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Academic Advisor - Full-time
  • Columbus Technical College
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME
  • Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as a full-time Academic Advisor in our Academic Advisement Center for the Student Affairs Division. This individual will be responsible for...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Carpentry/Cabinetmaking Instructional Aide Part-time
  • Columbus Technical College
  • Columbus, GA PART_TIME
  • Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as a part-time Instructional Aide in our Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Department. This individual will assist instructors with providing educa...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Manufacturing Supervisor - Die Casting
  • OneSource Technical, Inc
  • Lagrange, GA FULL_TIME
  • Established company with a large part of the U.S. market share in what they manufacture located in southwest suburban Atlanta has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Supervisor Die Casting in a plant e...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • Medical Director Services Pc
  • Columbus, GA
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) Medical Director Services PC is looking to hire an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to servic...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technical Director / Editor
  • Cascade Hills Church
  • Columbus, GA
  • Job Description Job Description Cascade Hills Church in Columbus, Georgia is seeking an experienced Technical Director a...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant/Associate Professor - Physical Therapy (Kinesiology)
  • Auburn
  • Auburn, AL
  • Posting Details Position Information Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor - Physical Therapy (Kinesiology) Posting Nu...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Child Care Assistant Director
  • Big Blue Marble Academy
  • Auburn, AL
  • Big Blue Marble Academy is searching for a compassionate, self-motivated, detail-oriented candidate for our Assistant Di...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Director, Software Engineering (Engineering 360)
  • Capital One
  • Columbus, GA
  • Center 1 (19052), United States of America, McLean, Virginia Senior Director, Software Engineering (Engineering 360) Are...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Sales
  • Sonic Tools
  • Auburn, AL
  • Do you love cars, motorsports, tools or anything automotive? Can you sell to other like-minded individuals? If so, this ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Technologist II PRN
  • Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
  • Phenix City, AL
  • Shift: PRN (Weekends, some weekdays) Position Goal To ensure the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services are provid...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN HOME CARE
  • Columbus Hospice of GA & AL
  • Columbus, GA
  • Job Details Job Location Columbus Hospice of GA and AL - Columbus, GA Position Type Full Time Education Level 1 Year Cer...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Columbus is one of Georgia's three Fall Line Cities, along with Augusta and Macon. The Fall Line is where the hilly lands of the Piedmont plateau meet the flat terrain of the coastal plain. As such, Columbus has a varied landscape of rolling hills on the north side and flat plains on the south. The fall line causes rivers in the area to decline rapidly towards sea level. Textile mills were established here in the 19th and early 20th centuries to take advantage of the water power from the falls. Columbus was developed along the Chattahoochee River. Interstate 185 runs east of the city, with acc...
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Income Estimation for Technical Director jobs
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Columbus, Georgia area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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