Central Square Theater
Epic Stories Told Intimately
Central Square Theater (CST), seeks a part-time load-in technical director for their 23-24 season. This person would assist the Director of Production in supervision of sound, lighting, and scenic load-in of all CST productions in the 23-24 season and work in conjunction with the Director of Production to solve any issues that arise during tech, as well as complete any notes that come out of load-in and tech. This person would also attend some production meetings in advance of load-in, as well as work with the Director of Production to hire technicians. Below is the proposed load-in schedule for the upcoming shows.
The Rocky Horror Show:
Machine Learning:
Next to Normal:
This position expects 60 hours of work during load-in, 40 hours during tech/dress rehearsals/notes, and 20 hours in preparation of load-in and strike for a total of 120 hrs/show. Younger and less experienced candidates are encouraged to apply, as Director of Production will help to foster skills in areas where the applicant has less confidence.
Central Square Theater is committed to diversity at all levels: on our stage, in our audience, on our staff, and within our leadership. CST is the oldest female-led professional theater company in New England. We strongly encourage BIPOC and LGBTQ+ candidates to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities of the Technical Director include:
Qualifications
Additional skills that are not required, but a plus:
In-person programs and meetings take place at Central Square Theater in Cambridge; administrative work can take place at CST or remote. Some evening/weekend work may be required.