Assistant Technical Director

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

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The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Technical Director. A 12-month (renewable) appointment in the School of Communication, Film & Theatre beginning August 1, 2024. Requires an enthusiastic, experienced and creative individual with excellent organizational and motivational skills to share and implement a unique design and technology curriculum for the undergraduate level and produce award-winning theatre. The Assistant Technical Director supports the Production Technical Director in budgeting, drafting and overseeing construction and load-in and strikes of scenery for all productions. Must have a thorough knowledge of carpentry, welding, and theatrical rigging, demonstrated knowledge and experience in scenery construction techniques, the ability to generate working drawings in VectorWorks as well as strong verbal and written communication skills. Must have significant technical skills and abilities in all related theatrical fields. Requires the ability to show adaptability in all situations, a good sense of humor and the ability to work as a team member while always presenting a positive attitude. In addition to background checks for all cardholders, O.C.G.A. § 50-5-83 requires a credit check on all employees issued a purchasing card. Additionally, credit checks must be run at the time of PCard renewal.

• Implement Scenic, Lighting and Sound designs for all productions.  Primary responsibilities will be in construction and rigging.
• Supervise and assure the safety of a workforce of students, professionals and community members of varying skill levels and experience in all areas of technical production.
• Purchasing and procurement of supplies and materials, maintenance of facilities and equipment of four theatre spaces and accompanying shops, storage and studio spaces.
• Organization and management of crews, maintaining schedule of daily workloads, scheduling (vehicles, lifts, rental equipment, etc.) other duties as assigned.  Attendance at all theatre faculty/staff meetings, mandatory theatre department meetings, tech-week rehearsals, and other meetings and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proven mastery of scenic carpentry and rigging, proven supervisory skills, must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding and use a personnel lift; knowledge of any or all of the following preferred: MIG welding, scenic painting, VectorWorks, lighting and projections for theatre, sound for theatre. 
• Demonstrated ability to finish projects on time and under tight deadlines, and to keep several jobs moving forward at one time. 
• Excellent verbal skills necessary, as well as ability to communicate with extreme diplomacy, professionalism, and graciousness. 
• Must possess sound judgment, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of personality types. 
• Ability to work independently and as a team member. 
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to remain calm and under control in stressful situations. 
• Ability and willingness to work numerous nights and weekends. 
• Ability and willingness to load, unload, and drive department van. 
• Must be able to lift and move 50lbs minimum.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two (2) years technical theatre experience required.
• Valid Georgia driver's license with good record required.

• Masters of Fine Arts preferred.

• Resume 
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Trascript
• Contact information for three professional references.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card).
• Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.

• Position of Trust + Education & Credit