Dec 3, 2007

Job : Technical Director

*TECHNICAL DIRECTOR CONTRACT POSITION*

*JOB SUMMARY*

This position will assist and work closely with the Executive Director to
facilitate the needs of the Muckenthaler Cultural Center 250-seat
Amphitheater and 50-seat gallery which host many theater and concert events.
The desired candidates would have experience in sound design and operation,
construction, and lighting and will plan, design, and manage all aspects of
technical duties pertaining to all concert and theater productions.
*CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Duties may include, but are not
limited to, the following:**

1. Assess and provide for the technical needs of the Amphitheater.
2. Coordinate all theatre usage, performances and rehearsals.
3. Instruct interns and/volunteers in the safe use of theatre
equipment.
4. Maintain and repair theatre equipment as needed.
5. Maintain a safe, secure and clean environment for performers and
patrons at the theatre.
6. Attend all production meetings.
7. Put up sets, rig sound and lighting equipment
8. Engineer sound and lights during performances and rehearsals
9. Performs related duties as required.

*QUALIFICATIONS*

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1. Theatre experience and/or working toward degree in theatre or
technical theatre.
2. Possess a working knowledge of light-board, soundboard, and other
theatrical equipment.
3. Set design and construction experience
4. Ability to work with people in a creative atmosphere.
5. Ability to repair and maintain equipment in theatre.
6. Proficiency in the safe use of power tools used in the theatre.
7. Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
8. Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks within
identified timeframes
9. Positive attitude, flexibility and problem solving mentality.
10. Desire to work with a wide range of individuals

Compensation depends upon experience

*DISCLAIMER: *This list of job elements, responsibilities, duties,
requirements, or conditions is not exhaustive, but is merely the most
accurate list of the current job; and management reserves the right to
revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the
circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, changes in
personnel, workload, or technical development). **

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Zoot Velasco
Muckenthaler Cultural Center
1201 West Malvern Avenue
Fullerton, CA 92833
(714) 738-2833 (Office)
(310) 809-3733 (Cell)
zoot@themuck.org
www.themuck.org