Website University of Wisconsin-Madison Mead Witter School of Music
The Mead Witter School of Music seeks a Technical Director to manage the technical production for the award-winning University of Wisconsin Opera. University Opera presents 2 shows per year. The person in this position will be expected to manage the following processes:
Production Planning:
1.Work closely with Director of University Opera to coordinate all production elements.
2. Determine materials, personnel, and other technical needs for each production. Coordinate design and build schedule and deadlines.
3. Coordinate the hire of external vendors as necessary to complete each production.
4. Create and manage production calendar.
5. Organize and attend production meetings with director and designers (scenic, lighting, costumes, props, sound when needed, wigs and makeup) and other production personnel; follow up throughout the design/build process.
Scenic Construction and Production Management:
1. Source and manage outside personnel to fill non-UW positions (electricians, carpenters, light board and follow spot operator, sound crew, professional stagehands, etc).
2. Source and purchase/rent building materials. Manage purchasing for production needs (including props, furniture and costumes) using purchase orders and purchasing card, working within provided budget.
3. Build, assemble and install sets on stage; arrange for transportation and load-in of set when necessary.
4. Lead installation of pit when necessary.
5. Oversee technical rehearsals; troubleshoot technical issues.
6. Oversee technical operations of all performances.
7. Manage the strike of the set and load out of all production materials when performances are completed.
Supervision:
1. Supervise stagehands, outside production personnel and student technicians.
2. Provide clear direction to contracted labor to ensure timeliness of work, proper procedures and cost efficiency.
Miscellaneous:
1. Maintain all systems and equipment for University Opera’s curricular mission, ensuring adequate inventory for the program’s needs.
2. Provide advice on the technical requirements, budgets, and equipment needs.
3. Maintain and enforce current best practices related to operations policies and health and safety standards for performance spaces.
4. Work within provided budgets and keep accurate records of production-related expenses.
All applicants must apply through the Jobs at UW website below.
click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.
Applications must be submitted by the deadline date. To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume. Your cover letter and resume should address your qualifications as they pertain to this position.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.wisc.edu.