Technical Coordinator

Position Title: Technical Coordinator
Reports To: Managing Director
Employment Type: Contract | $1,500 total ($25/hr for 60 hours)

Position Overview
UrbanTheater Company is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Technical Coordinator to join our team on a contract basis. This newly created role will be instrumental in developing and maintaining effective technical systems at UTC, overseeing the use and upkeep of facility tools, and providing technical support to our in-house and partner theater companies. As a key contributor to our evolving infrastructure, the Technical Coordinator will help expand UTC’s capacity to support a growing network of artists and collaborators.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Support & Collaboration
• Lead lighting, sound, and projection support for mainstage theatre.
• Collaborate closely with designers to bring concepts to life offering technical guidance and planning support.
• Provide technical support for events at UTC spaces like the Batey Urbano.
• Support partners and renters from pre-production through tech and strike.
• Communication & Coordination
• Work closely with Managing Director to communicate with all parties utilizing UTC
• Communicate with UTC staff to best address any facility needs
• Event & Facility Coordination
• Coordinate with UTC’s space calendar to make sure all necessary equipment is available for all scheduled events.
• Coordinate with UTC partners (PRCC and Ratas De Dos Patas) to ensure smooth and safe technical operations.
• Role Growth & Adaptability
• Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities to expand the role’s impact and scope.
• Proactively suggest improvements to improve facility technology with UrbanTheater Company’s values and goals.

Qualifications

• Great organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and work non-standard business hours.
• Proficiency with digital tools, including Google Workspace. ETC, and Qlab skills welcome
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Interest in theater production and AV technologies preferred.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with UrbanTheater Company’s mission and values is a plus.