Job Description

POSITION: Technical Director

LOCATION: New Orleans, LA

HOURS: FT, including evenings, weekends & holidays per show schedule

COMPENSATION: 75k to 80k

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ABOUT THE POSITION

The successful candidate will lead the Production department of ATG New Orleans, working with two Assistants and our stagehand team directly to budget, plan and realize all the production aspects of events at ATG New Orleans venues. The Technical Director will also assist in the maintenance and upkeep of ATG New Orleans equipment and facilities.

PEOPLE, PLACES, and THINGS

ATG New Orleans currently operates two venues in the New Orleans area:

• The Saenger Theatre is a historic performing arts venue originally opened in 1927, renowned for its opulent design and atmospheric interior that mimics a Mediterranean courtyard under a twinkling night sky. Restored to its former glory after Hurricane Katrina, the theatre reopened in 2013 following a $54 million renovation with state-of-the-art upgrades while preserving its classic charm. Today, it hosts Broadway shows, concerts, and other major live events, serving as a cultural cornerstone in the heart of the city. The venue seats 2,800.
• The Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts , located in New Orleans’ Armstrong Park, is a premier venue named in honor of the legendary gospel singer and native of the city. After investing $27 million, the theater reopened in 2009 after extensive post-Katrina renovations The theater features modern amenities while supporting opera, ballet, and symphonic performances. It plays a vital role in New Orleans’ cultural revival, hosting both local productions and national touring shows. The venue seats 2,300.

The Technical Director will:

• Supervise labor calls for local IATSE stagehands and wardrobe along with any additional contracted labor and/or vendors for production.

• Manage the Stage crew, estimate labor and material costs, technical coordination, advance details with touring companies, promotors, and rental clients.

• Prepare purchase orders, invoices, settlement information and production department payroll, as required.
• Advance shows with artist and promotor production teams, scheduling event days (including load in and load out), rental equipment, and trucking when necessary.
• Communicate and coordinate with other ATG New Orleans departments on all department needs for specific events.
• Supervise events onsite and on day of show as required; coordinate calls with ATG New Orleans’s stagehands; coordinate all aspects of the event day including outside rental of equipment, catering, hospitality, parking, backstage security, runners and other specific production needs.
• Prepare production settlements on the night of the show, working with the IATSE steward, and outside vendors to collect necessary settlement documents.
• Submit weekly payroll for union stagehands.
• Direct the upkeep and maintenance of Production equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE and SKILLS

• Minimum 5 years of experience in live theatre production, touring concert or theatre production, event production or technical direction and/or production management venue experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft office. Ability to read and understand technical drawings, proficiency in Vector works is a plus.

• Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of technical theatre. Functional competency in rigging, audio, video, lighting production, stage operations and logistics.
• Competence with moving light utilization & operation, ETC lighting consoles/networks, Yamaha and Midas Pro sound consoles, is a plus.
• ETCP rigging certification is highly desirable.
• Experience working with and managing union crews.
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work graciously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends as requested and necessary.
• Should be able to assist in lifting materials up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs regularly, occasionally work on a theatre grid and on catwalks above the ceiling.
• Must be able to work in the high decibel level environment of concert rehearsal and performance.
• Must be able to communicate by phone with clients as well as in person.
• Clean driving record.

COMPETENCIES

• Communications, Problem-Solving, Customer Focus, Flexibility, Time Management, Relationship Management, Stress Management, Global & Cultural Effectiveness

BENEFITS

• 401k, competitive healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Flexible Hours (outside of show schedule)
• Ability to work remotely on occasion

As an international company, ATG offers potential for geographical changes as well as upward mobility within the company.

Which qualifications are must-haves vs nice-to-haves? Supervise labor calls for local IATSE stagehands and wardrobe along with any additional contracted labor and/or vendors for production.

• Manage the Stage crew, estimate labor and material costs, technical coordination, advance details with touring companies, promotors, and rental clients.

•Prepare purchase orders, invoices, settlement information and production department payroll, as required.

•Advance shows with artist and promotor production teams, scheduling event days (including load in and load out), rental equipment, and trucking when necessary.

•Communicate and coordinate with other ATG New Orleans departments on all department needs for specific events.

•Supervise events onsite and on day of show as required; coordinate calls with ATG New Orleans’s stagehands; coordinate all aspects of the event day including outside rental of equipment, catering, hospitality, parking, backstage security, runners and other specific production needs.

•Prepare production settlements on the night of the show, working with the IATSE steward, and outside vendors to collect necessary settlement documents.

•Submit weekly payroll for union stagehands.

•Direct the upkeep and maintenance of Production equipment.

• Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT ATG Entertainment

Background:

ATG Entertainment is an extraordinary success story. Founded in 1992, ATG Entertainment is a world leader in live entertainment. Our portfolio of venues includes historic theatres, modern live music arenas, studio theatres, cinemas and conference spaces. ATG Entertainment own, operate or program 72 of the world’s most iconic venues across the UK, the US and Continental Europe, each year entertaining over 18 million audience members. Through our in-house Production companies and working closely with third-party top producers and promoters ATG presents over 15,000 live performances every year.

ATGE Values

In everything we do, we strive to be Ambitious, Collaborative, Passionate and Smart

• We are ambitious and seek to exceed people’s expectations
• We are collaborative and help each other to reach our goals
• We are passionate about our work, our business, and our industry
• We are smart in our quest for simple, efficient, and innovative solutions

Corporate Social Responsibility: our priorities

Next Generations: introducing tomorrow’s audiences to the pleasures of live entertainment, recruiting, and nurturing the next generation of industry talent

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: improving and promoting diversity, inclusion, and well-being in the workplace

Sustainability: helping reduce our impact on the environment by making our business more sustainable

ATG Entertainment’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access Mission Statement

Our stages are a platform for compelling stories – stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are committed to strengthening the sense of belonging by ensuring diversity and equity in everything we do. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. On stage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves, and everyone feels they belong. At ATG Entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone.

We recognize that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG becomes a truly inclusive organization. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce.

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