SINGLE CARROT THEATRE SEEKS Temporary Production Technical Director for BLKS by Aziza Barnes (October 2022-February 2023, To start immediately)
(Single Carrot is also hiring a permanent TD position. Info at https://singlecarrot.com/tech-director)
About Single Carrot Theatre:
Single Carrot Theatre is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community—across race, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, socioeconomic background, and political viewpoint— in which all are encouraged to apply. Some of our core values include:
That we take risks in the pursuit of artistic excellence and innovation
That we believe theatre should propel people to re-envision themselves, each other, their communities, and Baltimore.
We believe in a transparent artistic process that is equally welcoming to guest artists and community members.
We approach our work with a spirit of generosity and collaboration.
We believe a multiplicity of diverse voices is necessary at every level of Single Carrot Theatre and that valuing those voices equitably is the only way to achieve innovative, vibrant, and transformative art.
Theatre should play a role in dismantling all systems of oppression.
We are adaptive and responsive to the here and now.
Single Carrot Theatre (SCT), Baltimore’s premier alternative theatre company, creates socially relevant theatre as a form of civic engagement in Baltimore by producing vibrant, experiential performances in traditional and non-traditional theatre venues; building cross-sector partnerships; and facilitating empowering education programs. This includes three productions annually, one night events, a robust education program, and a variety of fundraising and community engagement events. By performing in a variety of locations and being a more community-minded theatre company, Single Carrot Theatre is in a unique position in Baltimore to hone its path towards organizational growth through bold artistic and organizational choices focused on the city and its residents.
Position Description
The Technical Director will work closely with the Artistic Director, Producing Director, and creative team to mount SCT’s upcoming production of BLKS in non-traditional spaces. Ideal applicants possess a technical background in theater production in non-traditional spaces, have excellent organizational and time-management abilities, can both lead and work in a team, possess good written and oral communication skills, and can manage administrative production duties. Technical Director will be expected to work a combination of daytime, evening, and weekend hours based on production needs.
Responsibilities:
Technical capacity and Build: Single Carrot performs in spaces not typically used for theatrical performance. Therefore, the technical director is responsible for assessing technical capacity of space and feasibility of designs from designers, leading build of any elements that require construction, and leading technical logistics.
Venue Relations: The TD is a main point of contact with the venue and leads all aspects of technical communication with the venue. They are responsible for maintaining the integrity of the space and damage prevention. They maintain cleanliness and organization of SCT spaces (including storage) and performance venues.
Venue Load in, Load out: TD manages the load in and load out schedules with venue staff, sources and picks up equipment or materials, troubleshoots throughout set up and the run of the production, and schedules support crew to assist as needed.
Administrative: Technical Director attends production meetings and provides report outs and input, communicates with designers on progress, manages and creates schedule for build, load in, and strike. TD manages the production budget for supplies, materials, vehicle rental and support crew hours related to production.
BLKS Production Schedule
Production Meetings: October & November
First Rehearsal: Monday, November 14
Rehearsal Schedule: Monday-Thursday evenings 7-10:30pm, Sunday afternoons 1-5:30pm
Tech: Wednesday, January 11-Thursday, January 19
Performances: Friday, January 20-Sunday, February 12
Performance Schedule: Thursday-Saturday evenings @ 8pm, Sunday afternoons @ 2pm
COVID/Extension dates: Wednesdays during run and February 16-19
Estimated hours: October-December averaging 10-15 hours weekly, January averaging 20-30 hours weekly, February 10-15 hours weekly.
Skills and Qualifications:
Open communication and collaborative practice.
3+ years experience managing technical components of theatrical production, such as leading construction of sets, sound and lighting set up for productions, and/or installation in non-performance spaces.
Has a knowledge of and prioritizes safe practices and industry safety standards
Ability to read and realize light and speaker plots and execute light and sound set up.
Ability to read scenic blueprints and fulfill plans through set construction experience.
Working knowledge of Qlab, including programming and troubleshooting.
Working knowledge of ETC Element light board, including programming and troubleshooting.
Experience in a supervisory or leadership position preferred.
Experience in creating budgets and budget management.
Experience producing plays in non-traditional theatre venues is a plus.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Valid driver’s license and comfortable driving box trucks up to 15ft long.
Comfortable working on ladders up to 16ft high
Salary & Benefits Package:
This is a temporary independent contractor position with total compensation of $7,500-$10,000 based on experience. Payment schedule will negotiated with candidate to be disbursed in biweekly payments and fluctuate based on workload and deliverables.
This position does not qualify for benefits.
To Apply: Please email a cover letter or a statement of interest in the position AND a resume or list of relevant work experience with professional references to [email protected], subject line “BLKS Technical Director.”
