Event Technical Director

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical liaison for assigned events, coordinating schedules, technical logistics, equipment usage, and load-in/load-out operations.
• Prior to load-in, thoroughly review advance details and technical notes to create an actionable plan in conjunction with technical operations team and external clients.
• Provide real-time problem-solving during rehearsals and performances, maintaining calm, professional communication under pressure.
• Oversee preparation and restoration of spaces for all scheduled events.
• Lead and participate in scenic construction, stage builds, rigging installations, fly rail operation, soft goods, and automation elements as needed.
• Inspect and approve all flown elements, chain hoists, truss configurations, ground support systems, and scenic installation to ensure compliance with industry safety standards.
• Maintain constant, professional, and solution-focused communication with crew members, visiting productions, and internal departments.
• Support event-related department head responsibilities that may include stage management, lighting, audio, carpentry, or other areas of support as needed.

Administration and Reporting

• Prepare accurate post-event billing including labor and equipment charges.
• Document pre and post event notes, maintenance logs, and incident reports.
• Attend organization-wide, departmental, and advance meetings as required.
• Respond to internal and external communications in a timely, professional manner.

Crew Supervision and Safety

• Foster a team-based culture focused on respect, communication, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Communicate expectations clearly to all crew members at the start of each call, including safety priorities, workflow, and client-specific needs.
• Act as crew lead or steward, assign tasks to stagehands ensuring efficient workflow.
• Enforce TPAC’s safety protocols including fall protection, weight ratings, and emergency procedures.
• Cook with building security and local authorities in emergency response or audience evacuation situations.

Facility & Equipment Management

• Maintain backstage workspaces, technical systems, tools, and inventory.
• Proactively identify and complete repair or improvement projects.
• Assist with identifying long-term planning for technical equipment upgrades and capital improvements.

Skills and Knowledge Required

• Flexible full-time availability, including evening, weekend, and possible holiday hours.
• Demonstrated knowledge/ expertise in theatrical carpentry and rigging (minimum of 3 years of professional experience).
• Knowledge of rigging hardware, load limits, bridles, truss, and fly systems.
• Daily email access.
• Consistent professional and neat presentation.
• Customer service experience.
• Ability to work well in a group.
• Ability to solve problems and remain calm in stressful situations.

Preferred

• Experience in a touring house, regional theatre, or performing arts venue.
• ETCP or comparable rigging certifications (arena or theatre).
• Knowledge of lighting, audio, or stage management.
• Forklift, aerial lift, or OSHA safety certifications.
• First Aid/CPR certified; bilingual a plus.