KTC Technical Director Job at Inside Higher Ed in Chapel Hill

Position Details

• Position Title: Arts Production Specialist - Journey
• Working Title: KTC Technical Director
• Position Number: 20056696
• Vacancy ID: P020894
• Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)
• Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00 with some weekends
• Work Location: Chapel Hill, NC
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $45,000 - $47,000
• Salary Grade Equivalent: NC08 / GN06

Additional Information

• Posting Open Date: 03/23/2026
• Application Deadline: 04/16/2026
• Pay Band Information: To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Organization

Department of Dramatic Art

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The Department of Dramatic Art is seeking a Technical Director for the Kenan Theatre Company (KTC).

Summary

This position is located in the Dramatic Art department within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Technical Director for the Kenan Theatre Company (KTC), the undergraduate production arm of the Department of Dramatic Art, will supervise, mentor, and train students with a variety of skill levels. Primary responsibilities 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 TD will also hire, train, and supervise work‑study students in the Technical Shop. Additionally, the TD 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. Those 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 Theater Arts, and some experience that provides the functional work experiences needed to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Management Preferences

• Preference for relevant theater 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; navigate stairs and climb ladders; bend and stoop; move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; and work with a variety of hand tools.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.