Assistant Technical Director Job at Loyola Academy in Wilmette

Overview

Loyola Academy is a Jesuit, Catholic college preparatory school committed to forming women and men for others in service to the Church and the world. Our graduates are religious, intellectually competent, physically fit, loving, open to growth, and committed to doing justice. For the 2025-2026 academic year, Loyola Academy seeks a dynamic and creative Assistant Technical Director.

Role of the Assistant Technical Director: The Assistant Technical Director works closely with the Technical Director and scenic designer to review design plans, interpret technical drawings, and clarify build specifications. They assist in developing a detailed build schedule, organizing construction phases, and helping generate a materials list and budget.

Responsibilities

• Prior to construction, help prepare the scene shop, ensuring tools and equipment are safe and accessible.
• During production, supervise and participate in the building of scenic elements, ensuring all work adheres to safety protocols and design standards.
• Teach proper tool usage and shop procedures, assign build tasks to student crew based on skill and experience, and maintain an organized, professional workspace.
• Assist with troubleshooting, support scenic shifts during technical rehearsals, and ensure scenic elements are completed, installed, and finished on time.
• After the production, help plan and supervise strike, restore the shop to its original condition, inventory tools and materials, and contribute feedback during the post-production review.
• Mentor student technicians and ensure a safe, collaborative, and productive working environment throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Have an understanding of the styles and traditions of theatre
• Have an eye for detail and be organized
• Should be trained in the principles of scenic construction, theatre safety, and technical theatre practices, as well as proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Should be knowledgeable about resources available from surrounding theatres and schools
• Be a strong and willing collaborator
• Attend scheduled meetings of the full creative staff
• Be available for scheduled rehearsals and run-throughs between mid-September and mid-November
• Be available for tech rehearsals the week of the show
• Be available for the four performances

About Loyola Academy

Loyola Academy offers its student body of 2000 a rigorous and relevant college preparatory curriculum, a highly developed visual arts and music program, a diversity of athletic and extracurricular activities, and a strong retreat and service learning program. As a Jesuit school, Loyola Academy strives to form young women and men for meaningful lives of leadership and service in imitation of Jesus Christ. It is presumed that all candidates for this position will possess a strong desire to actively contribute to the furthering of Loyola Academy’s mission.

How to apply

Interested applicants should apply online at www.goramblers.org/Employment. Compensation is $3,015. More information about the school is available at www.goramblers.org.