Assistant Technical Director Job at Stony Brook University in Stony Brook

Job Title

Assistant Technical Director (Job Number: 2504359)

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and two years of directly related full‑time technical theater experience, OR a bachelor’s degree and four full‑time years of experience
• Two years of full‑time experience in technical theater (lighting, scenery, sound, or set construction)
• Proficiency in one or more technical theater areas (lighting, sound, rigging, or stagecraft)
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and variable hours based on performance and event schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) or equivalent combination of education and experience in Technical Theatre, Stage Production, or a related field
• Three years of full‑time experience in technical theater production in a performing arts or related environment
• Experience in theater lighting installation, focusing, consoles, and software
• Experience in theater audio consoles, equipment, and audio operations
• Working knowledge of Vectorworks software
• Experience in digital cinematic projection (i.e. Panasonic & Christie)
• Experience supervising technical crews and ensuring adherence to safety standards
• Supervisory experience in managing theatrical crews

Brief Description of Duties

The Assistant Technical Director (ATD) supports the Technical Director and Production Manager in the planning, coordination, and execution of all technical operations for performances, events, and productions presented at the Staller Center for the Arts. The ATD helps ensure the safe and efficient use of facilities, supervises technical crews, maintains production equipment, and assists in delivering high‑quality performances that support the mission of the University and the Staller Center. The ATD should have outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, a sense of urgency, the ability to work unsupervised, excellent interpersonal skills, and a team‑player attitude.

Duties

• Assist in planning and executing all technical elements of events, including lighting, sound, staging, projection, and rig
• Supervise and execute load‑ins, rehearsals, performances, and loadouts for university, community, and touring productions
• Coordinate and execute technical requirements with visiting artists, university departments, and external clients
• Ensure compliance with University and OSHA safety standards during all technical operations
• Assist in maintaining, repairing, and inventorying production equipment, tools, and materials
• Train, schedule, and supervise student employees, stagehands, and overhire crews
• Stay informed about industry standards and new technologies relevant to performance production
• Provide support to the Technical Director and Production Manager on large‑scale events
• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and department mission

Special Notes

• Full‑time appointment, FLSA Non‑Exempt position eligible for overtime provisions
• Eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly
• Evening and weekend work may be required at times
• Must be capable of climbing three flights of stairs, work on the theater grid, and lift up to 30 pounds (occasionally 50 pounds)
• Work‑visa sponsorship not available
• Resume/CV and cover letter must be included with the online application

EEO Statement

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

About the Staller Center for the Arts

The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University is Long Island’s largest and most diverse arts organization, presenting world‑class performances, films, and exhibitions year‑round. The Center houses multiple performance spaces, including a 1,000‑seat main stage and a 400‑seat recital hall, serving both the university community and the greater region. Through its professional productions, student involvement, and outreach programs, the Center fosters creativity, cultural engagement, and access to the performing arts.

Contact

If you need a disability‐related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632‑6280 or visit OEA.