Technical Director (m/f/d)
Full Time
Do you have experience in the technical management of live productions, are you skilled at coordinating crews, get-ins and get-outs,
and are you passionate about live entertainment? Then become part of our team at System Provider Eventmanagement GmbH and
join a major musical production on tour.
YOUR ROLE
1. Technical Responsibility
- Ensuring the smooth technical operation of the entire production.
- Coordinating between all technical and production departments, including Lighting, Sound, Set, Backline, Costume, Hair & Make-up, and
Stage Management.
2. Project Management
- Planning and coordinating the technical implementation of the production in each city in consultation with the respective venues and the
responsible Project Manager.
- Overall project responsibility and coordination of the Stage, Sound, Lighting, Set, Backline, Costume, and Hair & Make-up departments.
3. Communication
- Acting as the main point of contact between Company Management, the technical production crew, venues, public authorities, and suppliers.
- Ensuring clear and effective communication between all parties involved.
4. Personnel Management
- Responsibility for the technical touring personnel on tour, including coordination during load-in, and load-out of the production.
- Prepare daily work schedules and timelines for the respecitve departments.
- Assigning and supervising local stagehands in coordination with the indiviual departments.
5. Technical Support
- Coordinate and ensure the maintenance and servicing of technical equipment throughout the tour.
- Supporting the assessment, planning, and implementation of the technical requirements for the entire production.
6. Logistics & Reordering
- Organizing and recording consumables, and replacement equipment required for the entire production.
7. Documentation
- Monitor and maintain temporary records of the working hours of all crew members for tracking and invoicing purposes.
- Post and monitor a daily sign-in sheet for technical staff.
- Collect and verify monthly timesheets and submit them to the relevant accounting department.
8. Safety Briefing
- Conduct safety briefings for the technical team.
- Document all completed safety briefings.
YOUR SKILLS
• Minimum age of 30 or proven several years of professional experience in touring productions.
• Completed training or degree in event technology, media production, or a related field
• Qualification as a certified master for event technology (VAT)
• Several years of experience in a similar position, ideally in live events or musicals, theater, and/or touring
• Very good skills in technical drawing software (cad, vwx)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems quickly
• Team-oriented mindset and leadership qualities
• Good general understanding of technical aspects and production processes
• Flexible working hours and schedules
• Strong team player
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in German and English
WHAT WE OFFER
• Fair and competitive remuneration, including applicable allowances.
• Paid overtime
• All travel and accommodation expenses covered
• A committed and professional team
• Opportunities for professional development and a unique live-stage experience.
READY TO JOIN US?
We’d love to hear from you!
Please send your application (CV, references, and certificates as a PDF) to:
crew@system-provider.com
www.system-provider.com