Regional Job Opportunities

Technical Director - Ft. Worth Community Arts Center

Date Posted:             September 11, 2008
Deadline to Apply:   Open until filled, first review of applications September 30, 2008

To Apply:
Forward cover sheet and resume to mary@fwcac.org, fax: 817.738.3766.
First review of applications September 30, 2008. Open until filled.

Supervision received and Exercised:
This position reports directly to the Director of Operations.
FSLA Status:  Exempt/Salaried with benefits
Annual Salary: Negotiable

SUMMARY
The Technical Director will coordinate and oversee production needs for all events in the Fort Worth Community Arts Center (FWCAC) and oversee function spaces within the FWCAC and serve as site manager during events.   The Fort Worth Community Arts Center, a 77,000 square foot facility located in the Fort Worth Cultural District and dedicated to providing accessible and affordable exhibit, performing arts and administrative spaces to the regional arts community. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

• Work with the Business Development Manager to advise on technical production needs of booked and/or prospective events.  Review technical needs and riders of prospective clients.

• Work with the Business Development Manager and in compliance with FWCAC policies and procedures, schedule, coordinate, oversee and evaluate FWCAC production staff and other regular and temporary production personnel.

• Ensure operational readiness of all performance systems and equipment.  Perform and/or coordinate regular maintenance and safety inspections of all theatrical systems and equipment.  Perform and/or coordinate periodic building safety inspections.

• Evaluate production staff on an annual basis.

• .Develop, maintain and supervise training/certification program for all personnel who install, manipulate and operate performance systems equipment and other equipment.  Provide training and ongoing oversight of safe work practices.

• Provide outstanding customer service to clients, the public, and colleagues.
  
  
• Develop and maintain production area records including, but not limited to, equipment inventory, equipment manuals and documents, warranty information, maintenance and repair logs, equipment rental agreements, service contracts, personnel event records, and billing information.

• Coordinate and participate in event setup, staffing and technical management, before, during and after events.

• Prepare reports such as event evaluations, industrial injury summaries, incident reports, event expenditure reports or other reports as necessary.

• Must be available frequent evenings and weekends, as required.

COMPETENCY

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Design - Translates concepts and information into images.

Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service ; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves
processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.                                          

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree desirable from an accredited college or university with major course work in theater, technical theater, theater management, or a related fields.  Equivalent to three years of full-time work experience in technical direction and/or production management in a multi-venue performing arts facility or similar venue or application.  Applicable experience may include lighting and audio implementation and execution, touring technical management, and/or theatrical production organization.

Knowledge of contemporary theatre and performing arts issues.  Ability to perform at an “excellent” level as specified by FWCAC performance evaluation criteria in the following skill sets:

•  Rigging System
• Light board operation
• Lighting design
• Lighting equipment use
• Sound board operation
• Sound equipment use

• Spot light operator
• Stage hand
• Stage management
• Carpentry

Language Ability
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office software and scheduling and booking software experience preferred. 

Certificates and Licenses
No certifications needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises production personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

WORK ENVIORNMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as:  preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and expansive reading.

The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.