Technical Theater Director WAWM Youth Theater

This position reports to the Managing Director of the WAWM RCS Youth Theater Program.

• Designs sets, lights, or sound or serves as Stage Management Advisor for 2 shows per season or Directs 1 show per season (production contract amounts are included in annual contract).
• Provides or coordinates educational opportunities, workshops, coaching, etc. for students participating on crew for theater productions, including but not limited to; Stage Management, Set Construction, Set Design, Scenic Painting, Light Design, Sound Design, etc.
• Supervise set builds as needed.Collaborate with school administrators, music and theater staff on repair budgets and capital requests. (Performance spaces: Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School, James E. Dottke High School, Nathan Hale High School, West Allis Central High School, West Milwaukee Intermediate School).
• Manages use of district sound and lighting equipment, including wireless mics.
• Coordinates purchase of sound and lighting equipment as approved by the Managing Director.
• Develops and enforces basic technical safety procedures in collaboration with the Managing Director.
• Trains staff on appropriate usage of equipment as needed.
• Assist in providing light and sound support for Recreation and Community Services Department Fine Arts groups (for additional hourly pay).
• Coordinate any electrical repairs with the District Electrician or Custodial Staff where required.
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Requirements:

• Possess a working knowledge of ETC & Strand CD80SV lighting/dimming systems.
• Possess a working knowledge of Shure Wireless systems, Allen & Heath mixers, and Q-SYS audio software.Possess a working knowledge of AutoCAD,Vectorworks or similar drafting software.
• Possess a working knowledge of scenic construction & painting

Education/ Work Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA or BFA) or equivalent professional experience in Technical Theater preferred