Technical Director (Seasonal; 35+ hours per week; May to August) at WOLF TRAP FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Vienna, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Theatrical Construction Techniques, Budgeting, Production Management, Leadership, Project Management, Performing Arts

Industry

Performing Arts

Description

Job Details Job Location: Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA 22182 Position Type: Seasonal Job Category: Opera and Classical Programming Work Schedule: Evenings and weekends during tech will be required Position Location: 100% On-site Pay Rate: Pay rate starts at $30-$35/hr. (based on experience) and is overtime eligible. Position is paid biweekly as W2 employment. Housing is available for select candidates Benefits: 403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop REQUIREMENTS: Must have working knowledge of Vectorworks and/or AutoCAD. Strong knowledge of theatrical construction techniques. Experience in or knowledge of budgeting, production management, and production. Proven leadership and project management ability in the performing arts. Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts. A minimum of 5 years working in a professional or educational shop environment. BA/BFA in Theater or equivalent experience preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lift/move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, bend and reach with arms up to 50 percent of the time. Frequently operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.) We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.

Responsibilities

The Technical Director will oversee technical aspects of opera and classical programming at Wolf Trap, ensuring successful production management. The role requires strong leadership and project management skills in a performing arts environment.