The Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, Inc. seeks an ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR. This is a full-time, year-round staff position responsible for assisting with all aspects of production and facility needs for the Carolina Theatre and the Crown events, and will report directly to the Technical Director.

ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the life safety systems, the security of the building, maintenance oversight, and continued restoration of all sound, lighting, mechanical, rigging, and other related technical systems used in support of all events occurring in The Carolina Theatre facilities. The Assistant Technical Director reports to the Technical Director, with input from the Executive Director and the Facilities Committee.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safety - maintain all life safety systems such as: exit lights and paths, fire extinguishers, perma-lighting (Interior and exterior)
• Event Readiness - ensure equipment and systems are functional and operational as needed.
• Maintenance - repair, replace or request help as needed to "clear the white board" and keep inventory in working order; assist in scheduled maintenance as needed.
• Coordinate janitorial staff. Coordinate landscaping efforts and contractor work on theatre property.
• Assist in training of all staff as needed for use of position appropriate equipment.
• Venue rep - act as on-site technical liaison between theatre and client/artist as needed for events.
• CT Presents - work all CT Presents events as coordinated with the Technical Director
• Improvements - recommend and in some cases, execute long and short-term improvements to the facility.
• Serve as back-up to the Technical Director as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in related field.
• At least one year of professional technical theatre experience preferred.
• Skilled in the use of computers and related software applications.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, written and organizational skills, polished public manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with clients, volunteers, sub-contractors and a diverse group of staff
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team environment.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in sound and lighting systems, equipment and design, with basic lighting design a priority.
• Must be able to prioritize, be flexible and adaptable.
• Consistent and dependable work ethic.
• Should possess high energy, a sense of humor, and grace under pressure.

The Carolina Theatre of Greensboro operates with a small staff structure and all staff are required to wear multiple hats. Successful candidates must be willing to complete duties as assigned by the Technical Director or Executive Director.

Annual salary $38-45k commensurate with experience. Benefits include Medical Insurance, Paid Holidays, Sick Leave and a 403(b) Retirement Plan

Please submit resumes and references electronically to [email protected] with the subject line “Assistant Technical Director” or mail to:

Carolina Theatre of Greensboro
Attn: Brian Gray
310 South Greene Street
Greensboro, NC 27401

About The Carolina Theatre of Greensboro

The Carolina Theatre is downtown Greensboro’s community performing arts center. Billed as the Showplace of the Carolinas when she opened in 1927, today the theatre is home to concerts from artists across all genres, classic and independent movies, community theatre and dance, as well as local performances in our third-floor loft theatre, The Crown.

The Carolina Theatre welcomes more than 90,000 people annually through her doors, helping to ensure the mission of Presenting Arts, Preserving History, Promoting Community. We welcome visitors from all over the world to enjoy music, shows and plays, rent our space for private events, and to be a part of our community.