J-O-B Technical Supervisor

Northwestern University Opportunity:

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a career at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal excellence.

Currently, we have a career opportunity as a Technical Supervisor with the School of Communication Theatre and Interpretation Center (TIC).   

About the Theatre and Interpretation Center at Northwestern University:

The Northwestern University Theatre and Interpretation Center exists as a component of the School of Communication with the specific charge of producing, managing, funding and selling the performing arts productions of the School of Communication, Department of Theatre and Department of Performance Studies, including programmatic responsibility for theatre, music theatre and dance. The Center adheres to and reflects the academic mission of the University, the curricular needs of the Theatre and Performance Studies departments, the educational priorities of Communication students and exists in service to the campus and the greater community of the Metropolitan Chicago area.

Each year, as many as 30 productions are mounted in the Theatre and Interpretation Center. Of those 30, approximately eight are main stage productions staged in the Ethel M. Barber Theater and the Josephine Louis Theater and are directed by faculty and guest artists.  There are three second year graduate collaboration projects that take place in a black-box theatre as well as three third year graduate productions, NEXT UP, taking place at the neighboring Steppenwolf Garage Theatre.  These productions include both classic and contemporary plays, dance performances and musical productions. In addition, the Theatre and Interpretation Center produces the annual Waa-Mu Show, an original student written and performed musical and also a summer season which includes two to three musicals and/or plays in conjunction with our American Music Theatre Project.

This critical role:

The Technical Supervisor is responsible for the planning, budgeting, execution, and installation of all scenic elements necessary for production. He/She coordinates the areas of properties, paint, scenery, and works closely with the design faculty and designers on each production.  The incumbent is responsible for the safe use and maintenance of Center equipment and facilities.   He/she is responsible for developing work schedules and supervising the work of graduate assistants, undergraduate students, work study students, student crews and temporary hires.  The position is also responsible for the acquisition of the new equipment in these areas and the maintenance of the facility associated with the job function.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.      Graduate degree in technical theatre, design, or its equivalent in a related discipline and a minimum of three years professional experience.

2.      Ability to execute and analyze draftings for the purpose of construction and rigging.

3.      Knowledge of common metal, plastics, wood and working tools and techniques.

4.      Knowledge of painting techniques and applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

1.      Master’s degree in technical theatre and 5 years professional experience.

2.      Advanced knowledge of scenery construction and its related techniques, rigging, welding, safety standards.

3.      Software: Vectorworks, AutoCad.

Working at Northwestern University:

Beyond being a place to learn and grow professionally, Northwestern is an exciting and fulfilling place to work! Northwestern offers many benefit options to full and part-time employees including: competitive compensation; excellent retirement plans; comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage; dependent care match; vacation, sick and holiday pay; professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Northwestern greatly values work/life balance amongst its employees.  Take advantage of recreational, cultural, and enrichment opportunities on campus.  Employees also receive access to childcare solutions, retail discounts, and other work/life balance resources.

Northwestern University is an equal opportunity employer and strongly believes in creating an environment that welcomes students, faculty and staff of all races, nationalities and religions.  In doing so, we offer our students the opportunity to learn and grow in diverse communities preparing them for successful careers in an increasingly global and diverse work force.

For consideration, please click on the link below. You will be directed to Northwestern University's electronic recruiting system, eRecruit, where you will search and apply for current openings. To apply for this position in eRecruit, enter the Job Opening ID number in the appropriate search field. Once you apply, you will receive an email confirming submission of your resume. For all resumes received, if there is interest in your candidacy, the human resources recruiter or the department hiring manager will contact you. Job Opening ID number for this position is 18196. 

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Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.