Position Purpose

The Technical Director is responsible for directing and managing the design and implementation of technical systems throughout the lifecycle of a project. The Technical Director shepherds technical concepts throughout the design, engineering, fabrication, and delivery process and is empowered to speak on behalf of the original technical vision and requirements. The TD partners closely with all project members throughout the project lifecycle; as teamwork, communication, and buy-in on technical solutions from all partners are all a vital part of successful technical delivery.

The Technical Director understands client requirements, technical realities and possibilities, and gives clear directions to vendors, designers, engineers, and other partners on the type and nature of the technical solution required to meet the client brief. They are also able to communicate to the client, in appropriate terms, the technical solution that will deliver on the creative vision.

The Technical Director I is an entry level technical director. This could be someone with excellent technical abilities but doesn't have the communication skills, or someone who excels at the client facing but needs to improve their technical abilities. A TD 1 can run a small project with guidance from a more senior technical director. They would also work on larger projects under the direction of a more senior TD to gain experience.

Responsibilities
• Domain knowledge of all the technical aspects of a project, commonly including but not limited to, audio, video, lighting, control, rigging, mechanical, and scenic elements
• Technical overview and responsibility for the suitability of the designed system to meet the requirements of the client's vision
• Ensure that all safety standards, policies, and procedures are followed, both in the design and the installation of the solution
• Deliver technical solutions that match project schedule and budget.
• Work closely with assigned partners to iterate designs and ensure correct processes are followed
• Work with the client-facing team members to provide progress updates while also providing updates directly to the client as required
• Ensure any site requirements specific to the technical delivery are identified and incorporated into the overall technical design.
• When required, liaise and interface with any external agencies and partners (e.g. architects, permitting, external production vendors) throughout the project to ensure technical compliance and information sharing

Position Requirements• Minimum of 4 years experience and/or formal training, plus demonstrated performance in the production and delivery of multiple projects
• Functional competencies in technical production, which may include staging, rigging, show action, audio, lighting, and video production
• Previous experience leading technical project teams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of various CAD programs

Travel:
• National and international travel may be required depending on assigned projects
• May require extended relocation for construction, installation, commissioning and programming phases of projects as assigned

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