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Technical Director
Submitted on Thu, 03/19/2026 - 15:07
Category:
- Academic / Education
Organization:
Country:
- United States
US State:
- Connecticut
Job Level:
- Experienced (non manager)
Position type:
- Permanent
Contract type:
- Other
Salary:
$70,000-$79,000 for 10 month term
Skills:
- Knowledge of best practices equipment and software in the areas of theatrical scenery lighting rigging sound and projection
- Knowledge of production-related health and safety best practices and ability to identify and correct potential hazards
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize complex workload
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and flexibly with a large number of faculty staff students community members guest artists and other professionals representing a diversity of personalities and backgrounds
Application Deadline:
Review of applications will begin mid April, 2026 and will continue until position is filled.
Full time, continuing position. 10 month employment and 2 month unpaid leave each year. Periodic evening and weekend work is required.
Position Focus: Advise and oversee all aspects of undergraduate performance-based activities, in a range of venues across campus, ensuring safety throughout the process. Working in a team of Technical Directors, manage programs and facilities in order to ensure the safety of over 700 student practitioners and 25,000+ audience members annually. Foster an inclusive and respectful working environment around production activity at Yale College. Carry out duties while exercising a high degree of autonomy and discretion.
Reports to: Senior Technical Director
Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience: ETCP and/or OSHA certifications welcome.
