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Tenure Track Assistant Prof of Entertainment Technology
The University of Alabama in Huntsville
Full Time
Education
Huntsville
AL

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Tenure Track Assistant Prof of Entertainment Technology

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Huntsville
AL
Field
Education
Salary
$68,000 - $70,000
Post Date
November 14, 2025

The Department of Music, Theatre, and Film at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applications for a dynamic and visionary educator and practitioner of Entertainment Technology, who will teach, mentor, and inspire students preparing for careers in creative entertainment industries. The successful candidate will bring expertise across emerging and traditional entertainment platforms—spanning interactive media, or virtual/augmented reality, or live performance technologies, or digital production pipelines. 


Responsibilities: Engage in creative activity/research, teaching and service as part of the Theatre Program, which offers majors in Theatre with concentrations in Design and Technology, Performance, and Film and Media Arts. Teaching responsibilities include instruction in the areas of production design and entertainment technology. The regular teaching load is three courses per semester. Faculty are expected to actively engage in recruiting events, in public presentations of student work, and to meaningfully contribute to departmental productions.  

M.F.A in Theatre Design, Theatre Technology, or Entertainment Technology, or a related field and an ability to effectively visualize, design, and build such design and technology projects for theatre and film productions, as well as provide highly effective instruction in undergraduate courses related to design and entertainment technology. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in college teaching related to design and technology. Additional experience in new areas of entertainment technologies are a plus. Candidates who are near completing their degree requirements will be considered; however, all degree requirements must be completed by August 1, 2026, to be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Review of applications will begin January 12, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following materials in PDF format, via email, to the department's senior staff assistant, Michele Pullum at michele.pullum@uah.edu.

1) Cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the position

2) Curriculum vitae

3) Statement of teaching philosophy

4) Statement of creative activity and scholarly work

5) Links to 3 completed theatre design or entertainment technology projects

6) List of three references with contact info (finalists will be asked for letters of recommendation)

 

Please refer to log number: 25-26-407

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Technical Director
STAGES St. Louis
Full Time
Technical Production
Chesterfield
MO

STAGES St. Louis

Technical Director

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Chesterfield
MO
Field
Technical Production
Salary
$60,000 - $65,000
Post Date
November 12, 2025
STAGES St. Louis is seeking a Technical Director to assist in leading the Production Department and supervise all scenic elements and budget. For full job description, please visit: https://stagesstlouis.org/jobs/
Bachelor’s Degree in theatre or equivalent professional experience in scenic construction or related work. Knowledge of construction techniques for carpentry, rigging, and welding required.
Assistant Professor of Theatre (Lighting and Sound)
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Full Time
Lighting Design & Technology
Corpus Christi
TX

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Assistant Professor of Theatre (Lighting and Sound)

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Corpus Christi
TX
Field
Lighting Design & Technology
Salary
$62,000 annual
Post Date
November 12, 2025

The Department of Theatre and Dance in the School of Arts, Media, & Communication at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi (TAMU–CC) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Theatre (Lighting and Sound Design) beginning Fall 2026. We seek an innovative and collaborative designer-educator with demonstrated excellence in lighting design, sound design, and related technical areas to join a dynamic faculty. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in lighting, sound, stagecraft, and related areas; mentor student designers and technicians; design for departmental productions; and engage in ongoing creative and/or scholarly work.

*PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POISTION*

-Teach undergraduate courses in Lighting Design, Sound Design, Stagecraft, and related topics in the BA in Theatre curriculum.
-Design lighting and/or sound for university mainstage productions.
-Supervise and mentor student designers and technicians in all phases of production.
-Contribute to curricular development, program assessment, and recruitment of Theatre majors and minors.
-Maintain an active record of professional creative work and/or research consistent with promotion and tenure expectations.
-Participate in departmental, school, and university service, including committee work and community engagement initiatives.

ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR / TECHNICAL DIRECTOR, DRAMA
Del Mar College
Full Time
Technical Production
Corpus Christi
TX

Del Mar College

ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR / TECHNICAL DIRECTOR, DRAMA

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Corpus Christi
TX
Field
Technical Production
Salary
$58,760 per 9 months
Post Date
November 11, 2025
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR OF DRAMA, TECHNICAL DIRECTOR   SALARY: $58,760 per 9 months   This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position.   PRODUCTION RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform all aspects of the position of Technical Director for all Del Mar College Drama productions and events. Execute designs utilizing principally student crews. Ability to budget for and build set design elements according to plans. Strong drafting skills. Experience utilizing instructional technologies, power tools, welding and metalwork, computers, Vectorworks, stage equipment, rigging, automation, and other appropriate media. Ability to work on ladders and at heights, understand power distribution required of moving lights and scenery automation, and engineering principles required to construct complex scenic units which adhere to a high level of safety standards.   BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management skills. Manage operations and maintain equipment in the program’s two theatre spaces, Scene Shop, and associated production facilities. Establish and maintain proper safety protocols. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community. Assist the Drama Program in developing improvements in the program and assure compliance with National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST) standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Theatre with at least three (3) years professional experience in technical theatre or Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in theatre with technical theatre emphasis. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master of Fine Arts degree. College-level teaching experience. Experience with special effects and/or pyrotechnics.
Assistant Technical Director - Sound and Video (Theater/Dance)
Center for the Arts/Wesleyan University
Seasonal
Technical Production
Middletown
CT

Center for the Arts/Wesleyan University

Assistant Technical Director - Sound and Video (Theater/Dance)

Job Type
Seasonal
Location
Middletown
CT
Field
Technical Production
Salary
$48,208 - $56,396
Post Date
November 11, 2025

Wesleyan is seeking an Assistant Technical Director - Sound and Video (Theater/Dance). The position works primarily in theater and dance focused arts venues, providing support in areas of audio and video system design, engineering, rigging, execution of performances, and other areas of technical production as needed.

Job description and qualification can be found at the following link: https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Assistant-Technical-Director---Sound-and-Video--Theater-Dance-_R100966
Associate Production Manager
Yale Schwarzman Center
Full Time
Technical Production
New Haven
CT

Yale Schwarzman Center

Associate Production Manager

Job Type
Full Time
Location
New Haven
CT
Field
Technical Production
Salary
$61,500.00 - $91,875.00
Post Date
November 10, 2025
Yale Schwarzman Center is actively recruiting for an Associate Production Manager. The Associate Production Manager plays a key role as part of a dedicated and fast-paced production department, supporting all events and program production activity at Yale Schwarzman Center, the University’s first-ever center for the arts, wellness, hospitality and dining, as well as student and community life. Reporting to the Director of Production and working closely with the other members of the production and administrative teams, this role will lead or assist projects as assigned by the Director of Production and perform other ongoing responsibilities to support the smooth execution of events in the Center. This APM will carry out duties while exercising a high degree of autonomy and discretion, and while also working to foster an inclusive and respectful working environment around production activity at the Center and on campus in general.
Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in theatre or a related area and five years of work experience as an arts administrator, production manager, stage manager, talent wrangler, production assistant, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education and Experience: Event management and live entertainment experience preferred. Required Licenses or Certifications: Valid Driver’s License. Physical Requirements: 1.Ability to climb stairs, inspect roofs, access crawl spaces. 2.Ability to lift 50lb.
Full-Time One Semester Visiting Faculty: Visual and Performing Arts
Quinnipiac University
Full Time
Education
Hamden
CT

Quinnipiac University

Full-Time One Semester Visiting Faculty: Visual and Performing Arts

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Hamden
CT
Field
Education
Salary
$35,000
Post Date
November 7, 2025
Position: Full-Time One-Semester Visiting Faculty – Theater Design and Stagecraft Institution: Quinnipiac University (Mount Carmel Campus, Hamden, CT) Start Date: One semester appointment (Spring 2026) Quinnipiac University invites applications for a one-semester visiting faculty position in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, with a focus on theatre design and stagecraft. The successful candidate will teach two undergraduate courses; mentor students engaged in design, technical theatre and stage production; and collaborate with faculty and staff to support departmental productions. Responsibilities also include guiding students through hands-on projects, leading technical execution and assisting with set, lighting, and costume design for campus performances, and contributing to the creative development of the theatre program. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative and student-centered environment that values experiential learning and the integration of artistic practice within a liberal arts education. The position is open until filled. Detailed information about the position, and the application portal, can be found here: https://career.qu.edu/cw/en-us/job/496808/fulltime-one-semester-visiting-faculty-visual-and-performing-arts
Professor of Musical Theater
UCLA Dept of Theatre
Full Time
Education
Los Angeles
CA

UCLA Dept of Theatre

Professor of Musical Theater

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Los Angeles
CA
Field
Education
Salary
$130,000 - $250,000
Post Date
November 6, 2025
UCLA seeks applicants for a full time position for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or tenured Associate or Full Professor of Theater in the area of Musical Theater, who will serve as the inaugural Whitney Family Gary Gardner Chair in Musical Theater
A minimum of eight years professional experience in musical theater and three years of related teaching experience is required. An MFA, other terminal degree, and/or professional equivalency is preferred.
Project Technician - Lighting Systems
BMI Supply
Full Time
Lighting Design & Technology
Queensbury
NY

BMI Supply

Project Technician - Lighting Systems

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Queensbury
NY
Field
Lighting Design & Technology
Salary
Varies per job function, ranges from $20/hour to $85/hour
Post Date
November 6, 2025
BMI Supply is seeking a Lighting Technician for installation projects in a range of venues including professional theatres, university theatres, schools, houses of worship, casinos, and more. This important position requires knowledge of the technical theatre/event industry, equipment, and processes. This knowledge should include theatrical lighting, dimming, & controls experience. Other desirable skills & experiences include: ETCP certification; manufacturer-specific training; architectural lighting systems; theatrical rigging systems; computers and networks; lighting paperwork including plots, submittals, and CAD drawings. BMI Supply will provide additional manufacturer training as needed. The primary job responsibility is installation site work, which includes equipment rack assembly, data cable terminations, lighting fixture hanging and cabling, initial system configuration, and end-user training. Additional job duties include preliminary site visits, basic shop/prep work, interfacing with engineers & construction managers, and overall customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual interested in diverse venues and working with a strong team of dedicated professionals.
This position typically requires regular weekday travel to job locations throughout New York State and occasionally neighboring states. Travel and accommodations are covered by the company. The ideal candidate should be willing to be based in Central NY or Western NY. Additional requirements include comfort with working at heights, ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, and OSHA 10 certification (BMI will cover cost if not yet certified).
Building Engineer
Guthrie Theater
Full Time
Engineering
Minneapolis
MN

Guthrie Theater

Building Engineer

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Minneapolis
MN
Field
Engineering
Salary
$30 per hour
Post Date
November 4, 2025
The Building Engineer ensures that all building maintenance repair requirements are met, maintaining all aspects of the Guthrie Theater from structure to heating and cooling to electrical infrastructure ventilation, wall outlets, and light fixtures. 
Prior experience providing building maintenance at a large complex facility. Formal, informal and cross- disciplinary experiences will be considered.    Must possess a Class C Boiler License or be willing to obtain one within 6 months of hire. Has willingness and dexterity to approach and resolve mechanical related issues. Demonstrated experience and knowledge of plumbing repair preferred.
3D Artist
Sight & Sound
Full Time
Scene Design & Technology
Lancaster
PA

Sight & Sound

3D Artist

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Lancaster
PA
Field
Scene Design & Technology
Salary
$52,000 - $58,000
Post Date
November 4, 2025
Sight & Sound is an organization comprised of people with diverse talents coming together to tell His story through who we are and what we do.  We foster a culture of love for Christ and love for others, trust and teamwork and a collaborative environment in which we get to do our best work every day. The 3D Artist utilizes a creative and technical design skill set within a fast-paced, collaborative environment to support turning artistic concepts into functional 3D digital models representing required equipment, framing, and finish of a set or media asset.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Turn concepts into designs, receiving direction with specific artistic and technical requirements from the Stakeholders (i.e.: Director/Producer/Artistic Director/Assistant Artistic Director) to develop digital 3D models from 2D concepts for scenes and set pieces. Work collaboratively with other creative and technical team members and departments to come up with the best solution for the final execution. Employ a workflow of mixed media and multiple software platforms such as Blender, Zbrush, and Photoshop. Ability to proficiently use techniques such as modeling, sculpting, texturing and mapping in 3D software such as Blender and Maya. Assist in the design of 3D media assets to be used in Unreal/Unity game engine. Prerequisites: Able to work collaboratively on shared projects, passing duties between partners Light-hearted, flexible, adaptable, teachable, focused, driven and possess the ability to handle critique of work. Possess self-disciplined work habits, breaking down complex projects into smaller segments and accomplishing tasks within given timelines and deadlines. Demonstrate the ability to think, visualize and work in digital 3D space, working within specific space requirements and to-scale. Must be proficient with both Macs and PCs. Strong architectural and mechanical knowledge is required. Plan to submit a current digital portfolio with a variety of professional work examples. Education: Preferred Associates or better Experience: Preferred 2-5 years digital modeling and sculpting
Lighting Coordinator/Manager
Binghamton University
Full Time
Lighting Design & Technology
Binghamton
NY

Binghamton University

Lighting Coordinator/Manager

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Binghamton
NY
Field
Lighting Design & Technology
Salary
$42,995 +
Post Date
November 4, 2025

Binghamton University is seeking an experienced Theatrical Lighting Technician to fill the role of Lighting Supervisor for the Theatre Department.  This position will be responsible for training and leading the diverse and dedicated student lighting crews, overseeing the lighting shop and equipment, and leading the implementation of the lighting designs for all department productions. Excellent benefits and ability to pursue other opportunities in the summer.

BA/BS/BFA in the area of Theatre Design/Technology, or equivalent degree, by Dec. 31, 2025 Proficiency with operating ETC EOS lighting consoles Knowledge of modern lighting software such as Vectorworks & Lightwright Knowledge of lighting control and networking technology, including an understanding and ability to troubleshoot traditional DMX networks as well as wireless and node-based sACN/ARTNET/wDMX networks Knowledge of modern theatrical lighting equipment Basic understanding of Theatrical rigging systems, including counterweight systems and mechanical rigging systems Experience with both LED and incandescent practical wiring Familiarity with Google suite and/or similar word processor and spreadsheet software Interest in learning new techniques, methods and problem-solving.  Ability to lift heavy equipment and work at various heights
Teaching Assistant Professor, Theatre & Game Studies
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Full Time
Education
Urbana
IL

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Teaching Assistant Professor, Theatre & Game Studies

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Urbana
IL
Field
Education
Salary
$70,000 - $72,000
Post Date
November 4, 2025
The Department of Theatre at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is pleased to invite applications for a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor of Theatre and Game Studies with a proposed starting date of August, 2026. A successful candidate will have expertise in courses such as Escape Room Design, Interdisciplinary Design, Experience Design for Immersion and Interaction, Collaboration Lab, TTRPG Design, Immersive Theatre, Playable Theatre and other possible courses in Game Studies and Theory. The successful candidate will have professional experience and training in one or more areas of Theatre and the Performing Arts such as Management, Design, Technology or Performance.
Minimum Qualifications • MFA in Theatre, Experience Design, Art, Design or a closely related field. • Teaching experience or supervisory experience with emerging artists and students. Preferred Qualifications • 3-5 years of experience in theatre and/or the performing arts in professional or educational settings. • 1-3 years of experience in playable theatre, immersive theatre, games studies and/or game design in professional or educational settings. • Teaching experience at the college level for three or more years. • Experience creating innovative courses in the areas of Theatre and/or Game Studies, reflective of inclusive practices and using modern approaches
LIGHTING DESIGNER / NON-TENURE-TRACK LECTURER
UMASS Amherst Department Of Theater
Full Time
Lighting Design & Technology
Amherst
MA

UMASS Amherst Department Of Theater

LIGHTING DESIGNER / NON-TENURE-TRACK LECTURER

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Amherst
MA
Field
Lighting Design & Technology
Salary
$65,550 - $77,473
Post Date
November 4, 2025
The University of Massachusetts Amherst Department of Theater seeks a full-time non-tenure track Lecturer of Lighting Design, with the position slated to begin September 1, 2026. This is a two-year initial appointment with the possibility of renewal. This professor, specializing in lighting design, is a committed teacher and an impressive professional practitioner who will bring experience and vision to the Department. The successful candidate will be an excellent collaborator with the expertise and knowledge to teach lighting design at the graduate and undergraduate level.
Please see the full job advertisement for details.
Assistant Professor of Theatre, Lighting Design
The University of Southern Mississippi
Full Time
Education
Hattiesburg
MS

The University of Southern Mississippi

Assistant Professor of Theatre, Lighting Design

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Hattiesburg
MS
Field
Education
Salary
$55,000
Post Date
November 4, 2025
Job Summary This 9-month, tenure-track faculty position instructs BA and BFA theatre students in Lighting and Sound Design and will design and mentor student designers for Southern Miss Theatre Season. The University of Southern Mississippi is NAST accredited and houses BA and BFA programs in a fully equipped multi-theatre complex with shops. USM produces 4-show mainstage season in theatre. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Serve as lighting and/or sound designer for minimum 2 productions a year and mentor lighting and sound for remaining Theatre productions during academic year. Teach coursework in Lighting and Sound Design. Teach other areas depending on faculty expertise. Advise Theatre majors. Engage in program/school recruitment, service activity. Stay engaged with current developments in lighting, sound, theatrical electrics, best practices, safety. Act as Master Electrician for the Theatre Program, supervising students in electrics shops. Additional summer work with Southern Arena Theatre may be available. Performs other assigned duties.
Minimum Qualifications MFA in theatrical lighting or related area. At least one year teaching experience. Good collaborative skills. Ability to teach both lighting and sound design. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to collaborate with colleagues in design and performance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Vectorworks and/or AutoCad, ETC light boards, (Ion XE, Ion, Element II), ETC dimmers. Intelligent lighting fixtures, LEDs. Proficiency with Digital and Analog Sound Boards—Midas 32, etc. Sound Software- Qlab, Editing software such as Audacity. Live mixing for musicals.  Ability to mentor skilled and unskilled student labor in electrics shop. Ability to manage budget allocations and facilitate spending in compliance with University policies and procedures. Experience setting clear performance expectations and providing meaningful feedback pertaining to safety and protocol for theatrical lighting. Preferred Qualifications Experience with students of varying abilities and skills. Knowledge of projections for productions. About The University of Southern Mississippi Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions. The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR / NON-TENURE-TRACK LECTURER
UMASS Amherst Department Of Theater
Full Time
Technical Production
Amherst
MA

UMASS Amherst Department Of Theater

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR / NON-TENURE-TRACK LECTURER

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Amherst
MA
Field
Technical Production
Salary
$65,550 - $77,473
Post Date
October 31, 2025
The Department of Theater is searching for a full-time Non-Tenure Track Lecturer/Technical Director. The successful candidate will be an important part of a team imagining the next generation of theater training in a dynamic, collegial department. The Technical Director supports the department’s mission, overseeing the department scene shop and all scenic construction in order to deliver quality scenery safely, within resources, and on time for 4-6 mainstage shows. The Technical Director also teaches courses in stagecraft and theater technology, as well as mentoring students in these disciplines. The Technical Director supervises the scene shop staff, including student workers, and collaborates closely with other departments and areas.
Please see the application link for all job requirements and qualifications.
Technical Director
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
Full Time
Technical Production
Little Rock
AR

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

Technical Director

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Little Rock
AR
Field
Technical Production
Salary
$60,000 - $65,000
Post Date
October 29, 2025
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA), is seeking a full-time Theatre & Performing Arts Technical Director. AMFA is a vital contributor to the educational, economic, and cultural fabric of our diverse community. Reporting to the Director of Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts (CTPA), the Technical Director oversees all technical operations of the CTPA Department. Working within CTPA department—which produces Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) and presents diverse programming in film, dance, concerts, and more—this role ensures seamless technical support for Theatre and Performing Arts programming across the museum.
The Technical Director is responsible for implementing all production elements, including lighting, sound, scenery, and rigging, while supervising hourly and contract crews. This position works closely with AMFA production staff, partner organizations, and outside contractors to deliver high-quality performances and maintain strict safety standards. Additional responsibilities include overseeing the care and maintenance of theatre systems, backstage areas, and technical shops, as well as managing prop and costume inventories. Select the link to view the complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply.
Assistant Teaching Professor Of Scenic Design
Bucknell University
Full Time
Scene Design & Technology
Lewisburg
PA

Bucknell University

Assistant Teaching Professor Of Scenic Design

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Lewisburg
PA
Field
Scene Design & Technology
Salary
$76,725 - $78,725
Post Date
October 29, 2025
Assistant Teaching Professor of Scenic Design Bucknell University - Department of Theatre and Dance Bucknell University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Scenic Design, beginning August 1, 2026. This full-time, three-year, benefits-eligible, renewable faculty position offers an opportunity to join our dynamic Department of Theatre and Dance with a strong tradition of artistic collaboration and an active production season. The department offers a major and minors in Theatre and a minor in Dance, producing a range of mainstage and student-directed works each year. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in scenic design and related areas, design three departmental productions annually (two theatre mainstage and one alternating theatre or dance), and mentor student designers. The teaching load is 3/3, including two annual course releases for production work. Teaching responsibilities may also include courses that support the College of Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum. Candidates should demonstrate inclusive, student-centered teaching practices and strong collaborative skills. For more information and complete job ad: https://apptrkr.com/6674775. To Apply: Submit a CV, cover letter, teaching and artistic philosophy, and a link to your portfolio at careers.bucknell.edu. Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2025; review begins December 1, 2025.
Required Qualifications: • MFA Terminal degree with accompanying scenic design experience and experience facilitating theatrical performance/stage productions. • Two or more years of scenic design experience. • Experience in properties management, scenic painting and related skills. • Experience in undergraduate teaching. Preferred Qualifications: • Demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive educational environment. • Ability to work collaboratively with other faculty, staff, directors, choreographers and designers. • Experience mentoring student workers. • Experience/proficiency with projection, CAD, digital visualization.
Technical Director
Wortham Center Operating Company
Full Time
Technical Production
Houston
TX

Wortham Center Operating Company

Technical Director

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Houston
TX
Field
Technical Production
Salary
$60,000 - $65,000
Post Date
October 26, 2025

Wortham Center Operating Company (WCOC) provides management and support for backstage operations at the Wortham Theater Center, a performing arts center housing 2 theaters and public function spaces. Working closely with a variety of performing arts groups and presenters, the Technical Director manages the technical implementation of events in the two theaters, ensuring exceptional client experience and operational efficiency. This position is responsible for the organization’s technical operations and plays an active role in the management of capital improvement projects, equipment procurement, and inventory tracking, and is committed to ensuring and enforcing safe, industry best work practices in the theatrical environment.

Successful candidate has 3 or more years of technical theater experience, preferably in a management role. They have a working knowledge of theatrical lighting, audio, projection, stage facilities, and rigging and prior experience with union crews. This candidate is highly organized, can effectively manage and execute multiple projects on various timelines, and can communicate clearly and professionally with both internal stakeholders and external clients of the Wortham Center.Schedules vary and often include evening and weekend work.

Lighting Systems Designer - Theatre Consulting
Theatre Projects
Full Time
Lighting Design & Technology
Norwalk
CT

Theatre Projects

Lighting Systems Designer - Theatre Consulting

Job Type
Full Time
Location
Norwalk
CT
Field
Lighting Design & Technology
Salary
$85,000 - $100,000
Post Date
October 26, 2025

We are looking for a Lighting Systems Designer to design lighting packages for performance venues, immersive environments, themed entertainment, and educational environments. Design work will include creative conceptualization, lighting plots, specification and layout of positions, fixtures, controls, and control systems. Visit our website for more details and to apply.

Experience in performance lighting designExperience in AutoCAD or Revit. Current proficiency in both programs is highly valued, but willingness to become proficient quickly is required.Experience with professional theatre, immersive environment creation, lighting systems integration/vendor, or architectural lighting designSolid understanding of electrical and mechanical systems

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