Assistant Technical Director

Walnut Street Theatre, America’s oldest theatre, seeks experienced Assistant Technical

Director to join our fast-paced production team. The ATD works closely with Technical

Director in the implementing all scenic elements for WST’s mainstage, studio, and

children’s theatre productions; supervising all scene shop staC and apprentices, and

budgeting of all scenic designs.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with TD to engineer, develop, and draft all scenic elements and shop

drawings using AutoCAD

• Assist TD in providing accurate material and labor estimates for all scenic, paint,

and props for all WST productions

• Research material and build methods for scenic elements

• Maintain build and load-in schedules

• Schedule and supervise all shop personnel

• Provide training for WST shop apprentices

• Order materials as required

• Assist the TD in the scheduling and arranging of scenery, props, and tool

transportation between the shop and theatre

• Attend all load-in, load-out and technical rehearsals as needed

• Maintain an accurate inventory of all tools, soft goods, and stored scenic elements

• Foster a safe, positive working environment

Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD drafting, including 3D drafting techniques

• Minimum 3-5 years professional scene shop experience, including experience in

Technical Direction

• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 oCice suite

• Excellent communication skills

• Proficient in theatrical rigging, electrical wiring, and CNC Programming

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to drive a 16’ box truck in a city environment

• Ability to lift 50 lb