Technical Director - Academy of the Holy Cross - Kensington Maryland

Technical Director - Academy of the Holy Cross - Kensington Maryland

The Technical Director plays a vital role in the Fine Arts Department, collaborating closely with department colleagues and overseeing the design, creation, and execution of all technical elements for theatre productions, music and dance concerts, and other Fine Arts events. This includes scenery, lighting, sound, costumes, props, and any other technical needs per show (e.g., projections, special effects). Additionally, this role involves managing theatre spaces and equipment, mentoring students in technical theatre processes, and fostering a collaborative and professional backstage environment. Beyond technical expertise, a successful candidate for this position will demonstrate an ability to foster a creative and joyful learning environment where students of all experience levels can explore, problem-solve, and take pride in their contributions to the production process, helping them develop confidence, teamwork, and a love for theatre and the arts along the way. This position averages 28 hours per week across the academic year. Weekly hours vary depending on the production calendar, with lighter weeks (20–25 hours) and heavier weeks (up to 40–50 hours) as needed. The Technical Director collaborates with the Department Chair and Theatre Producer/Director to establish weekly schedules in advance based on production deadlines, rehearsals, performances, and department needs. This position also provides audiovisual support and set-up for events during these pre-scheduled hours. The Technical Director is also expected to work our annual Summer Stock Camp, which is stipended separately and takes place from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM for 2-weeks in mid-to-late June with a show at 7:00 PM on the final camp day.
The Academy of the Holy Cross, a Catholic College preparatory school sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross since 1868, is dedicated to educating young women in a Christ-centered community which values diversity. The Academy is committed to developing women of courage, compassion and scholarship who responsibly embrace the social, spiritual and intellectual challenges of the world. All faculty and staff must demonstrate a commitment to the Core Values of the Academy: community, Catholic identity, academic excellence, educating the whole person, tradition, diversity, leadership, single-sex education, environment, and communication. The Fine Arts Department empowers students to develop courage, compassion, and scholarship through the arts. In classes, clubs, and extracurricular activities, students explore visual arts, theatre, public speaking, music, dance, and film. They develop technical skills, explore creative ideas, and express themselves while strengthening critical thinking, resilience, and collaboration. Whether in the studio, on stage, behind the camera, or in front of an audience, students develop the confidence and creativity to shape their own lives and the world around them. The skills developed through the arts prepare students for success not only in creative fields but in any path they choose to pursue.