The School of Music needs a Technical Director to ensure the successful planning, execution, and delivery of all productions by managing technical aspects, leading teams, and implementing best practices in production technology.
Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive experience in live sound, event production, or technical direction within a music or performance-based environment.
- 4+ years of professional experience in live sound or technical direction within a music or performance-based environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert-level technical support and lead the troubleshooting for all School of Music production-related software, equipment, and technologies.
- Manage the technical execution of all productions, proactively anticipating and addressing the needs of clients and stakeholders to ensure seamless, professional outcomes.
- Direct all technical equipment management, including oversight of usage, maintenance, inventory, and strategic future purchases to ensure the School of Music remains equipped with cutting-edge technology.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation and records for all production systems, student worker training, and protocols, ensuring clarity and consistency across the team.
- Coordinate the creation of high-quality audio and visual media content related to production needs, as assigned.
- Manage the timely acquisition and distribution of event recordings and other media assets to clients.
- Stay informed about emerging industry trends, technologies, and best practices, and strategically recommend new resources to administration.
Other
- Serve as the primary technical liaison, leading communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all production needs are met.
- Oversee and direct all aspects of production logistics, including strategic planning, scheduling, crew assignments, and hands-on training for all non-academic production staff and student workers.
- Fulfill crew roles in production as needed for nights and weekends to ensure operational success.
- Serve as an approved driver to transport equipment or the travel team, as assigned.
- Lead the coordination and use of LU vehicles and trailers for School of Music productions and events.
