20 Jun
2025
Full-Time
Technical Director
Job Description
Technical Director – Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center
• Location: Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
• Department: School of Music
Knowledge:
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- Strong knowledge of technical production practices in live performance, including lighting, audio, video, projection, and stagecraft
- Working understanding of classical, jazz, choral, operatic, and chamber music performance needs
- Knowledge of safety regulations, rigging standards, and ADA compliance in performance venues
- Familiarity with budgeting, inventory management, and equipment maintenance cycles
- Understanding of pedagogical environments and the intersection of academic and performance needs
Skills:
- Proficiency in operating and programming lighting consoles (e.g., ETC Ion), digital audio consoles (e.g., Yamaha, Allen & Heath), and playback software (e.g., QLab)
- Skilled in setting up and troubleshooting sound reinforcement, video recording, projection, and livestreaming systems
- Skilled in supervising and training technical staff, including students and part-time workers
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, stage plots, lighting paperwork, and cue sheets
- Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a high-volume environment
Abilities:
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment under pressure, particularly during live performances
- Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with faculty, students, guest artists, and administrative staff
- Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs.) and work at heights or in low-light conditions as needed
- Ability to collaborate in a diverse, team-oriented academic environment while modeling professionalism and respect
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs and creatively solve technical or logistical challenges in real time
Minimum Position Qualifications
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- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theatre, Audio Engineering, Performing Arts Technology, or a related field
- At least three (3) years of professional experience in technical direction, production management, or venue operations
- Demonstrated proficiency with lighting, audio, and video systems used in live performance
- Experience supervising part-time, student, or volunteer crews
- Ability to work evenings and weekends in support of performance schedules
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
- Five (5) or more years of experience in technical direction or production management in a performing arts, higher education, or presenting venue preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in digital audio consoles, QLab, ETC lighting systems, projection technology, and live-streaming setups
- Experience supporting music-centric performances, such as classical, jazz, opera, or choral productions
- Familiarity with safety codes, rigging practices, and accessibility compliance in performance spaces
- Experience in managing capital equipment purchases and vendor relationships
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, service-oriented approach
- Experience providing technical support for academic coursework, student recitals, and faculty performances
How to Apply
Full-Time Job in Music:
Technical Director
University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
https://artjobs.artsearch.us/job/technical-director-4/
University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
https://artjobs.artsearch.us/job/technical-director-4/
Job Categories: Music. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: director, performing arts, Performing Arts Center, and technical director. States: Tennessee.
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