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About University at Albany:
Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of more than 17,900 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.
Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.
Job Description:
The University at Albany (SUNY) Theatre Program seeks a Technical Director/Production Manager, to begin in the Spring semester of 2023. This is a one-semester appointment, with the possibility of renewal for a total of two years, contingent on funding.
Responsibilities:
- To provide Technical Direction and Production Management for the Theatre Program.
- Teach undergraduate courses in theatre technology, or related areas of expertise.
- Manage and coordinate all aspects of our production season, including the scope of each production, and organizing production meetings.
- Coordinate the schedule of all Theatre Program facility use within the Performing Arts Center.
- Meet the design specifications and construction schedules within budget limits.
- Provide technical design and working drawings for the Scene Shop.
- Directly oversee the staff Scene Shop Supervisor and manage student crews.
- Coordinate with other production departments in scheduling all production activities.
- Maintain and safeguard shop infrastructure, inventory, and equipment
- Determine material and equipment purchases for productions and stock
- Enforce and maintain workplace health and safety practices
- Plan, coordinate, and direct all Technical Rehearsals.
- Mentor students in our Design/Tech Minor.
- Participate in faculty meetings and program-related activities.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- MFA in Technical Director required.
- Positive collaboration skills, in working with faculty members and students.
- Applicants must address in their applications their ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
Preferred Qualifications:
An ideal candidate has proficiency and experience in the following:
- Traditional Theatre Scenic Construction
- Welding
- Drafting (AutoCAD or Vectorworks)
- Technical Supervision
- Rigging
- Fabrication
- Project Planning Budget Planning, Tracking, and Estimation
- Positive Collaborative Skills
Additional Information:
Professional Rank and Salary Range: Visiting Assistant Professor (10 months)
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Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=151753
Application Instructions:
Applicants MUST submit the following documents:
- CV
- Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications.
- Contact information for three references
Note: After submitting your CV, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.).
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A review of applications and interviews (on Zoom) will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The job begins this Spring 2023 semester.
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