Technical Director (Part-Time)

Start Date: August 2026
Contract Type: Seasonal, part-time
School Type: Boarding

Bring your passion for technical theater, student mentorship, and collaborative production work to St. Mark's as we create meaningful and ambitious theatrical experiences for our community.

This is a seasonal, part-time position. We are open to hiring a candidate for one or both production seasons.

Why Join Us

At St. Mark's, the performing arts are an essential part of student life and creative expression. Theater productions at St. Mark's are collaborative, student-centered experiences that encourage creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence both onstage and behind the scenes.

As a residential school, we value faculty and staff who engage meaningfully with students through shared artistic and community experiences. The Technical Director plays a vital role in mentoring students while helping bring productions to life in ways that are safe, thoughtful, and artistically compelling.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with students across all aspects of technical theater while contributing to a vibrant arts community.

What You'll Do

Working closely with the Theater Director, the Technical Director serves as both production lead and student mentor throughout the rehearsal and performance process.

You will:

Collaborate with the Theater Director and students to design and execute sets that are artistically ambitious, safe, and achievable within budget and venue constraints
Lead the setup, troubleshooting, and operation of lighting, sound, and special effects for theatrical productions
Ensure all scenic elements are structurally sound, movable, and compatible with the performance space
Teach and mentor students in the safe and effective use of tools, construction techniques, painting, and rigging
Train student crews in lighting and sound board operation, backstage procedures, and technical theater best practices
Support and train student Stage Managers in cueing, calling, and production management
Lead and supervise student Stage Crew during technical rehearsals and live performances
Coordinate set builds, technical rehearsals, and production logistics in collaboration with the Theater Director
Oversee student crews responsible for costumes, props, run crew responsibilities, scene changes, and special effects
Coordinate the strike of sets and restoration of theater spaces following productions
Maintain a safe, organized, and collaborative backstage environment
Participate in evening and weekend rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances as required by the production schedule
Production Schedule

*Rehearsals generally run:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Wednesdays from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Fall Production:
Rehearsals begin August 31, 2026
Performance dates: November 17, 18, and 19, 2026

Winter Production:
Rehearsals begin November 30, 2026
Performance dates: March 3, 4, and 5, 2027

*Additional technical rehearsal and build hours are required during tech weeks and production periods.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will:

Demonstrate strong technical theater knowledge, including lighting, sound, set construction, and backstage operations
Bring experience managing or supporting theatrical productions and technical crews
Exhibit a teaching-first mindset with patience, flexibility, and enthusiasm for working with students of varying experience levels
Model strong organizational, communication, and collaborative skills
Demonstrate a commitment to safety and best practices in technical theater environments
Collaborate enthusiastically with students and colleagues in a creative and fast-paced setting
Maintain composure, professionalism, and adaptability during live productions and technical rehearsals
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
Previous experience in technical theater, including lighting and sound operation, required
Experience in educational theater settings preferred
Set construction experience and working knowledge of shop safety and OSHA standards required
Willingness to work evenings and weekends during production periods
Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand uninterrupted for 30-minute periods
Ability to regularly stand, sit, crouch, kneel, and work alongside students
Ability to frequently carry and lift moderately heavy items, approximately 25-70 pounds
Comfort climbing stairs and ladders, using lifts, and working at heights
Ability to maintain focus and composure in an energetic, fast-paced, and occasionally loud environment
Why You'll Love It Here

A welcoming and creative community that values artistic expression and collaboration
The opportunity to mentor students through meaningful, hands-on production experiences
Close collaboration with talented students and colleagues in the performing arts
Access to beautiful campus facilities and performance spaces
The chance to help shape memorable artistic experiences for the broader St. Mark's community

Salary Range

$3,500-$5,500 per season, commensurate with experience.

About St. Mark's

St. Mark's School is a coeducational boarding high school of approximately 375 students, located in Southborough, MA, 22 miles west of Boston. Since 1865, St. Mark's has prioritized deep curiosity, character formation, and community.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We invite interested candidates to apply through the St. Mark's School Employment page.