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Assistant Technical Director, Department of Drama

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The University of Virginia’s Department of Drama is seeking a collaborative, creative, and detail-oriented theatre professional to join our production team as the Assistant Technical Director. This full-time, benefitted position plays a key role in building, supporting, and running productions during the academic year and our professional summer season, the Virginia Theatre Festival.

We’re a hands-on, team-based department producing a diverse season in three performance spaces. This position includes regular evening and weekend responsibilities and offers the opportunity to grow alongside a flexible team that values artistry, safety, and innovation. As our seasons and projects evolve, so too may the duties and opportunities of this role.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in theatre or related field
• One year experience in technical theatre
• Licensure: Safety training knowledge, certificate preferred
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in technical theatre
• Carpentry, rigging, welding, scenic painting, drafting and experience working with students
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Commitment to safety and collaborative work
  
  

Employee will be required to lift various weights, climb ladders and stairs in order to complete jobs. The use of both hands and a repetitive motion will be required while performing duties.

The anticipated hiring range is $27.00 - $28.00 hourly ($56,000 - $58,000 annualized), commensurate with education and experience.

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA.

To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.

Application review will begin after August 24, 2025.

Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How To Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0074735. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching “Find Jobs.”

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

For questions about the application process, please contact Melanie Sponaugle, unw5dq@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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