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POM Technical Director
Pomona College - Claremont, CA
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The POM Technical Director at Pomona College is responsible for overseeing the technical operations of events and productions, ensuring high-quality execution and safety standards. This role involves collaboration with production teams, mentoring technical staff, and managing equipment maintenance. The Technical Director serves as the lead designer for audio, video, and lighting, contributing to the artistic vision of various events while maintaining a flexible schedule to accommodate weekend and evening work hours.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate technical operations for all productions and events.
- Lead the planning, design, and implementation of technical systems including sound, lighting, video, carpentry, rigging, and stage machinery.
- Collaborate with production staff and clients to fulfill technical requirements and meet artistic visions.
- Manage and mentor technical staff, ensuring proper training and development.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during rehearsals and events.
- Oversee technical setup, operation, and strike for all events.
- Develop ground plans, lighting designs, and sound configurations in collaboration with production teams.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and coordinate technical staffing and logistics.
- Operate and oversee performance-related equipment.
- Maintain and inventory all technical equipment, ensuring functionality and safety.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Valid driver's license or equivalent means of reliable transportation required.
- OSHA 30 certification required.
- ETCP certification in rigging and/or electrical preferred, with willingness to obtain certification upon hire if not already held.
- At least five years of experience in the technical theater field.
- At least two years of specialized audio, video, or lighting system maintenance and show operation experience.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects).
- Knowledge of Qlab, Yamaha Digital, BSS Audio Architect, ETC EOS Family, Vectorworks, and Lightwrite.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Competitive hourly rate between $35.00 and $40.00
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
