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Posted: 15-Mar-24
Location: Interlochen, Michigan
Type: Full Time
Salary: $45,000 per year
Categories:
Visual/Performing Arts
Salary Details:
Benefits Package:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Vacation, Sick, Holiday and generous winter holiday time off
Life insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Employee development & tuition reimbursement programs
Defined contribution 401(a) plan, managed by TIAA
Free or discounted employee tickets to Interlochen performances and events *some exceptions apply
Early event ticket purchase before general public sales begin
Free Stone Cafeteria meal on shift
Dennison Recreation Center accessibility (includes spouses)
Priority access to Interlochen employees at Pitter Patter Day Care Center (less than one mile from campus)
Employee Referral Program (cash payments)
Tuition discounts for employee’s children at Academy, Camp and Interlochen Online
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 85509-360107
Deep in the woods of Northern Michigan, artistic disciplines merge and unbreakable bonds form. Surrounded by a unique creative energy formed by dedicated young artists and expert faculty and staff, you’ll find passion and purpose that will stay with you long after you turn off your office lights.
Position Summary: The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for the smooth running of the scene shop’s day to day workflow. This position will also be responsible for building scenery, overseeing the paint and prop areas, and supports Interlochen Presents with load-ins, strikes and other production related work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the implementation and delegation of construction, paint and props work in the scene shop.
- Responsible for building alongside the carpenter.
- Comfortable in a steel workshop.
- Able to read/create construction drawings.
- Creates all necessary shop paperwork including cut and purchase lists.
- Oversees the maintenance of all shop tools and equipment.
- Seeks the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assists Assistant Director with the creation of construction drawings when needed.
- Opportunities to design when needed.
- Potential to run crew when needed.
- Complies with ICA policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of ICA finances.
- Respects the culture, diversity and rights of all students, their families and the community.
- Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a standard scene shop and theatrical venue environment with extensive internal and external stakeholder contact.
Required skills and Experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in technical theatre or related program required. MFA in theatre design and technology or equivalent experience is preferred.
Experience: Seeking professional level experience. Experience working in a Performing Arts Center, Professional Theatre or academic arts environment is required.3 years of experience preferred.
Equipment Familiarity: Experience with all scene shop related equipment: power tools, hand tools, mig/tig welder, Autocad/Vectorworks, Adobe Suite with an emphasis on Photoshop/ Illustrator/After Effects, 3D-Printing, CNC router, Vacuforming.
Certifications, Licenses or Special Training:
- Must meet and maintain background screening requirements as detailed in policy 12.HR.01 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks.
- Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the eligibility requirements of ICA’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to multitask, working on several productions at one time.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, group work environment.
- Ability to follow and execute specific verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to promote and maintain positive interaction with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrate respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and linguistic diversity and values including differences in personal goals, lifestyle choices and varying family backgrounds and histories.
Please apply online at Interlochen.org/careers or go to Apply Now - Assistant Technical Director
Application Materials:
About Interlochen Center for the Arts
Interlochen Center for the Arts is the recipient of the National Medal of Arts and the only organization in the world that brings together: a 2,500-student summer camp program; a 500-student fine arts boarding high school; opportunities for hundreds of adults to engage in fulfilling artistic and creative programs; two 24-hour listener-supported public radio stations (classical music and news); more than 600 arts presentations annually by students, faculty and world-renowned guest artists; a global alumni base spanning eight decades, including leaders in arts and all other endeavors. For information, visit Interlochen online at www.interlochen.org. Interlochen Center for the Arts includes: Interlochen Arts AcademyInterlochen Arts Academy, a fine arts boarding high school, offers the highest quality artistic training combined with comprehensive college-preparatory academics. The Academy also offers post-graduate opportunities. Interlochen Arts CampYoung artists from around the world gather at Interlochen each summer to learn, create and perform alongside leading artists and instructors. Programs are offered to students in grades three through twelve. Interlochen College of Creative
...ArtsAdult artists thrive on opportunities to learn and express themselves creatively. The College of Creative Arts offers programs in a variety of arts disciplines. Interlochen Public RadioClassical Music: 88.7 FM, Interlochen; 88.5 FM, Mackinaw City; and 100.9 FM, East Jordan/CharlevoixNews Radio: 91.5 FM, Traverse City; 90.1 FM, Harbor Springs/Petoskey; 89.7 FM, Manistee/LudingtonStreaming online at ipr.interlochen.org. Through two listener-supported broadcast services, Interlochen Public Radio (IPR) connects northwest Michigan with arts, news and culture on a global scale. IPR also gives significant focus to local and regional news, information and artists. Interlochen PresentsInterlochen brings dozens of world-renowned artists to northwest Michigan, enhancing the region’s position on the global arts map. Interlochen presents more than 600 events each year by students, faculty and guest artists, making Interlochen one of the nation’s largest arts presenters.
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