University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring: KTC Technical Director in

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00 with some weekends The Department of Dramatic Art is seeking a Technical Director for the Kenan Theatre Company ( KTC ). Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit Established in 1936, Dramatic Art is the second oldest theatre department in the country. Our faculty members are both scholars and artists, teachers and practitioners, constantly moving back and forth between the classroom and the theatre. PlayMakers Repertory Company ( LORT D theatre) is embedded within the Department and the symbiotic relationship, between the Department of Dramatic Art and PlayMakers Repertory Company, builds upon a more than one-hundred-year legacy. The Joan H. Gillings Center for Dramatic Art is the crucible where students transform learning into practice every day. Our mission is to educate students to think critically and write cogently about the creative and artistic processes of theatre, its literature, and its history. Position Summary This position is located in the Dramatic Art department within the College of Arts and Sciences. This position will serve as the Technical Director for the Kenan Theatre Company ( KTC ), the undergraduate production arm of the Department of Dramatic Art. Under the supervision of the Director of Undergraduate Production, the Technical Director (TD) will supervise, mentor, and train students with a variety of skill levels. Primary responsibilities, during the academic year, include the planning and construction of all KTC productions, leading all builds for sets, lights, sound, and props; design analysis and drafting (VectorWorks); budget management and reporting, scheduling, supervision of scenery construction, equipping and maintaining all shop areas, purchasing materials, and coordinating prop rentals with PlayMakers Repertory Company. The Technical Director will also hire, train, and supervise work-study students working with the Technical Shop. Additionally, this position will assist the Facilities Director, primarily during the summer months, in creating an inventory system for the Department of Dramatic Art and PlayMakers Repertory Company and maintaining the Joan H. Gillings Center for Dramatic Art. These duties include, but are not limited to, performing minor repairs; coordinating with university facilities management; coordinating facilities upgrades; and coordinating facilities rentals. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree preferably in the Theatre Arts, and some experience that provides the employee with the functional work experiences needed to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Management Preferences Preference for relevant theatre experience beyond the undergraduate degree Experience working in an academic environment Supervisory experience Experience working with Qlab, ETC , digital mixers and Photoshop preferred Special Physical/Mental Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods of time; navigate stairs and climb ladders; bend and stoop to complete work. Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; and work with a variety of hand tools. Office of Human Resources Contact Information If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu. Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Required Documents Curriculum Vitae / Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Art Production Specialist position. Bachelor's Master's or Doctoral degree, preferably in the Theatre Arts, and some experience that provides the employee with the functional work experiences needed to perform the work. Associates degree, preferably in the Theatre Arts, and 2 years experience that provides the employee with the functional work skills needed to perform the work. High school diploma/GED and at least 4 years of experience that provides the employee with the functional work skills needed to perform the work. Didn't complete high school, but have combo of high school and experience that provides the employee with the functional work skills needed to perform the work totaling equal 8 years (e.g. 3 years high school and 5 years of experience indicated above). None of the above. #J-18808-Ljbffr