Technical Theater Director
Carney, Sandoe & Associates, New York, NY, United States
Technical Theater Director
Position for the 2026–2027 school year at an independent school in New York, NY.
Responsibilities
Oversee technical support for K-12 performing arts productions.
Manage setup and maintenance of sound, lighting, and AV equipment for school events.
Lead technical planning for all productions, including design integration, build timelines, load‑in, technical rehearsals, and post‑show strike operations.
Collaborate with students and faculty to produce dance, music, and theater productions.
Supervise and mentor students in technical theater disciplines such as set construction, lighting design, sound, and stage management.
Plan and control budget to ensure strategic allocation of resources.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater, Education, or a related field required (Master’s preferred).
Previous experience with set design, sound, lighting, and/or stage management required.
Prior K–12 theater experience strongly preferred.
Extensive knowledge of technical theater, equipment, and best practices.
Ability to build sets for theater productions.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Desired Qualities
Interest in contributing to the school community outside the classroom (e.g., coaching, advising, or leading student clubs).
Woodworking experience preferred.
Benefits
401(k) plan with employer match.
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
Housing (boarding schools only).
Compensation and benefits are competitive and vary by school, based on location, experience, and education level.
Carney Sandoe & Associates does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.
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Responsibilities
Oversee technical support for K-12 performing arts productions.
Manage setup and maintenance of sound, lighting, and AV equipment for school events.
Lead technical planning for all productions, including design integration, build timelines, load‑in, technical rehearsals, and post‑show strike operations.
Collaborate with students and faculty to produce dance, music, and theater productions.
Supervise and mentor students in technical theater disciplines such as set construction, lighting design, sound, and stage management.
Plan and control budget to ensure strategic allocation of resources.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater, Education, or a related field required (Master’s preferred).
Previous experience with set design, sound, lighting, and/or stage management required.
Prior K–12 theater experience strongly preferred.
Extensive knowledge of technical theater, equipment, and best practices.
Ability to build sets for theater productions.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Desired Qualities
Interest in contributing to the school community outside the classroom (e.g., coaching, advising, or leading student clubs).
Woodworking experience preferred.
Benefits
401(k) plan with employer match.
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
Housing (boarding schools only).
Compensation and benefits are competitive and vary by school, based on location, experience, and education level.
Carney Sandoe & Associates does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.
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