Technical Director
The technical director is responsible to the producer.
Duties:
• Organizes and costs technical needs of the show—materials for the set, lights, costume materials and rentals, sound equipment and props
• Supervises, coordinates and balances technical needs of the director, designers and department
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• Manages and directs the crew and technicians up to the final dress rehearsal
• Attends production meetings
• Attends first rehearsal
• Attends other rehearsals as available
• Supervises load-in and set-up,
• Conducts a tour of theatre and on-stage set for cast and crew
• Attends technical-only rehearsals, technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals
• Works within a budget
Skills:
• Strong background in technical aspects of production
• Appreciation for the design process
• Ability to interpret construction plans
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, policies and practices
• Strong inter-personal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong supervisory skills
• Financially responsible
Note:
The role of the technical director has developed over the past years to relieve the producer and stage manager of tasks related to the technical production. The greater the technical demands and budget of the show, the greater the need for a technical director.
