Technical Director

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the team of Curb College technical and equipment managers who oversee the varied & diverse audio, video, film, and event production spaces.
• Provide leadership and support to employees with varying levels of expertise & autonomy.
• Work closely with Department Chairs and Directors to ensure that current & future curricular and college needs are supported.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues, find innovative solutions, & ensure system robustness.
• Research and implement new technologies and methodologies to improve efficiency and quality.
• Work with Technical Managers to cultivate and secure relationships with external vendors and partners for equipment upgrades, demos, maintenance, and repair.
• Provide support & expertise to Dean, Senior Director, and architects on all renovations and new construction projects.
• Streamline systems and processes for managing equipment, software needs, managing budgets, and maintenance across all Curb College Facilities.
• Work closely with the Budget Manager & Senior Director to ensure proper use of funds and adherence to key deadlines.
• Plan and manage technical projects from the initial design to its final implementation and ensure that specifications, deadlines, and budgets are being met.
• Provide updates and reports to senior leadership detailing progress, challenges, and recommendations.
• Aid in the daily operations of the College, as well as support special projects and events.
• Work with Belmont technical managers, facility managers, and other University partner departments to provide support for important initiatives and activities that enhance the student experience.
• Serve as a primary technical contact and liaison with OSVES and other units for collaborative events and activities.

Required Qualifications

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Interprets and seeks information, uses independent reasoning to diagnose the root cause of situations or issues, identifies and tests solutions and thinks beyond what is typical or customary. Uses information to determine benefits and impact in making decisions and/or recommendations.
• Project Management: Ability to coordinate and administer programs/project activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality issues associated with the project.
• Facility Management: Ability to manage multiple facilities and liaise with both outside vendors and administration.
• Written and Oral Communications: Ability to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. Ability to impact and influence others to further the institution’s strategic objectives.
• Technical, Computer, and Software Skills: Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and basic databases and software. Ability to use AVID (Pro Tools, Media Composer, etc.). Ability to use both PC and Mac. Experience with scheduling and inventory software. Understanding of computer, audio, and video networking. Ability to troubleshoot complex technical problems.
• Workflow: Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Required Education: Bachelors Degree in a technical entertainment related field or equivalent.
• Required Experience: 10-15 Years strategic leadership, managing complex projects, budgets, and/or highly technical entertainment building spaces - recording studios, film facilities, live event production venues, or equivalent. Supervisory experience with direct reports.
• Preferably has experience in industry and higher-ed environments.