Technical Director

Marriott Theatre is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusivity for its staff, creative teams, casts, musicians, crew members and audiences, and is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and discrimination-free environment. We welcome the uniqueness that any candidate can bring to our organization in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We welcome candidates that help us build and maintain an anti-racist and anti-oppression environment, and who help prioritize joy in the production process. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Marriott Theatre is seeking a Technical Director. Position begins as early as January 1, 2026.

The Technical Director is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day activities in relation to the research, development, budgeting, engineering, installation, maintenance and strike of scenic designs. While Marriott Theatre does not have a staffed scenic shop, this position would manage the process of stewarding a design from development to fruition while providing the necessary support on how best to achieve the outcome on time and within budget. This means scenery may be built in-house with overhire labor, bid out to shops, purchased or rented. The Technical Director would manage all aspects of this process including personnel, equipment, supplies, inventory, budgets, workroom and scenic storage areas, and assisting designers.

This position reports directly to the Production Manager and may work closely with the Artistic Director and Producer to manage artistic expectations and budgetary requirements.

To apply, please email your resume to Meg.Love@marriotttheatre.com

Responsibilities

Oversees the completion of scenic elements for 5 mainstage and 3 theatre for young audience productions per year within the scope of the artistic vision, within budget, meeting scheduled deadlines and in accordance with industry standard safety practices.
Attends design, production and departmental meetings, staff runs, technical rehearsals and preview performances.
Works with Production Management to decide the most appropriate implementation of scenic design elements, including but not limited to:
Sending designs to shops for competitive bidding.
Building  in-house elements and, if necessary, hiring and overseeing the overhire staff.
Searching for and securing viable rental avenues.
Repurposing or reusing stock items.
Purchasing and retrofitting commercially available items.
Hires overhire staff as needed. Approves and sends overhire invoices for processing.
Manages shop supplies, tools and facilities, as well as any necessary or recommended upgrades.
Manages shop equipment, including repairs, maintenance, and replacement.
Creates projected budgets with Production Management for the upcoming season.
Reviews individual production designs for logistical, safety and budgetary feasibility and provides avenues for adjustments or reductions for budget and time constraints.
Collaborates with the Scenic Designer on modifications to scope for budget or schedule.
Create or modify technical drawings/ drafting, as needed.
Tracks all elements of the scenic budget and submits invoices, receipts and expense reports in a timely fashion.
Interface with other design departments, artistic staff, stage management or actors to collaborate or advise on design or functionality of scenic elements.
Be the liaison between other shops and Marriott Theatre on the build, finish and install of all elements.
Attend shop visits for builds at other companies.
Collaborate, build or provide any rehearsal needs for the warehouse like special rigging or large scenic pieces, etc. that may be necessary as a stand in until we move over into the theatre.
Facilitates strikes and changeovers by managing the schedules of multiple people and shops to complete the final design.
Manages the maintenance and use of the automation system (including our Creative Connors hoists and lifts or any rented equipment on a per show basis.)
Acts as a liaison with Stage Management and deck crew for any complex scenery in preparation for and during technical rehearsals. And follows up on questions or maintenance requests during the run.
Attends tech and previews to facilitate notes between the scenic designer and shops/crews.
Promptly responds to production notes given in rehearsal and performance reports.
Performs routine safety checks of scenic elements and equipment.
Works with the Rentals Manager to oversee storage and organization of warehouse and scenic elements.
Coordinates with Lighting Supervisor for any elements that include internal lighting components or other electronic effects.
Fields requests for special projects from other departments to improve workspaces and theatre environments, make temporary changes to spaces based on show specific needs or other theater, stage, building and rehearsal warehouse maintenance, as needed.
Promptly communicate maintenance requests to other resort departments such as Engineering and Housekeeping when required.
Maintains and contributes to a balanced, safe and healthy work environment for all members of staff, overhires and production company.

Preferred Experience

5+ years in theatrical shop work or other commensurate experience.
3+ years experience in management and leadership.
Advanced knowledge of best practices of theatrical building, including but not limited to scenic carpentry and fabrication, metalwork, scenic painting, soft goods, rigging, and automation.
Experience in managing budgets & timelines.
Working knowledge of building materials.
Competent computer skills including knowledge of AutoCad, Vectorworks, Sketchup or other relevant design software.
Working knowledge of machinery and tools commonly used in theatrical construction.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.