Technical Director: Scenic Rigging & Automation Lead

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harvard university fas human resourcesSomerville (MA)

Architectural and Engineering Managers Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters

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About the role

American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, MA seeks a Technical Director to direct all aspects of scenery, rigging, and automation in coordination with stage operations. You will manage shop builds, schedule load-ins/outs, and work with designers to realize productions within budgets and timelines. Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating external shops, and ensuring safety and quality across all scenic elements during pre-production through closing performances.

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