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    Assistant Technical Director - Los Angeles, United States - AMDA College

    AMDA College
    AMDA College Los Angeles, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    AMDA College of the Performing Arts, with campuses in New York City and Hollywood, is one of the foremost post-secondary performing arts colleges in the country.

    AMDA offers various pathways for students to receive unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-class industry professionals, including Professional Conservatory Certificates as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Occupational Studies, Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts).


    The Assistant Technical Director (Electrics) will be responsible for assisting with the daily technical operations of the Production Department including, but not limited to, the building and/or drafting of lighting, sound, scenery elements, or general space maintenance, where needed.

    The Assistant Technical Director will work in a demanding environment and is expected to think creatively and respond rapidly to a constant influx of demands.


    In this position, the incumbent will assist the Technical Director and Associate Technical Director in providing leadership and supervision for all activities pertaining to AMDA's technical production staff.

    The Assistant Technical Director will be responsible for assisting in developing a highly motivated and collaborative technical production team consisting of electricians, carpenters, student workers, and other skilled theatrical technicians.


    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Assist with operating, maintaining, and safeguarding the technical assets/equipment of the theater.
    • Assist with the planning of necessary production support across multiple disciplines such as sound, scenery construction and installation, and production specific needs with a particular emphasis on lighting needs.
    • Work in collaboration with the Director of Production, Production Management Team, Technical Direction Team, and Production Design Team on the technical specifications, costs and usages of theatrical equipment required for the fruition of all AMDA productions.
    • In conjunction with the rest of the Technical Direction Team, supervise and assist with, but not limited to: lighting hang, focus, and programming
    * scenery construction and installation
    * the planning, transportation, and building of temporary stage and truss structures.

    • Attend technical rehearsals where needed to supervise and assist in the instruction of student and professional crew.
    • Fill in where needed to cover any light programming shifts for our Capstone and Content Creation events.
    • Assist in recruiting, training, and assignment of tasks to student workers and technical production crew.
    • Lead, supervise, motivate, and inspire the technical production team.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.


    Qualifications:

    • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre, or related field.
    • Minimum of two (2) years of prior experience in a leadership or management position in the field of theater production preferred.
    • Active management style; enjoys working in person with a team.
    • Knowledge of techniques, methods and procedures of live theater, dance, and music productions.
    • Ability to execute production techniques with attention to proper safety practices and protocol.
    • Experience with standard theatrical design & technological practices.
    • Experience with CAD software such as Vectorworks or AutoCAD
    • Excellent interpersonal leadership, organization, and communications skills (both written and oral).
    • Strong work ethic, stamina and passion for the performing arts and working in an educational environment; as well as the flexibility and experience to deal with unpredictable pressures and a fluctuating workflow.

    Schedule:

    • Full time hours (Monday through Friday: 9 am - 6 pm)
    • Hours during the evening and weekends may be required.
    Diversity and

    Qualifications:

    • AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
    • Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles.
    • Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.


    AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.

    This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training.

    This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check.

    The pay rate range for this position is $34/hour - $36/hour.
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