Technical Director
Westport Country Playhouse
United States, Connecticut, Westport
Posted on: Dec. 29, 2025
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Description:
The Position
The Technical Director (TD) reports directly to the Director of Production and supervises the activities of all technical departments, managing the use and maintenance of theatre equipment. The TD works in close cooperation with other members of the technical staff, as well as key departments, to implement the institution’s programs in support of its mission and values.
Throughout the year, the Playhouse produces a mainstage season of three productions and two to three “add-on” productions. Additionally, WCP presents concerts, comedians, children’s shows, films, readings, and rental events on the Playhouse stage.
Essential Functions
Translate designers’ artistic visions into buildable plans; create technical drafts; and manage the construction, installation, and mounting of scenery, lighting, sound, and other technical elements
Work with the Director of Production to set realistic goals and deadlines for designers and production staff
Collaborate with the finance department to track and report departmental expenditures
Advance all presented events with the Director of Production
Supervise all technical aspects of presented events and rentals
Maintain the stage, scene shop, tools, and equipment
Schedule production meetings with the Director of Production; record and distribute minutes
Review crew needs with the Director of Production and place calls with IATSE Local 74
Attend all load-ins/outs and technical rehearsals
Provide support during previews and performances
Serve as the technical point of contact for all rental organizations, assisting with budgeting and load-in/out
Work with vendors to price materials and supplies
Coordinate with vendors to rent and/or purchase equipment and other necessary items
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated ability and commitment to collaborate with artists, technicians, designers, and administrators from diverse backgrounds
Ability to read and interpret technical and design drawings
Budgeting experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Dropbox, and other shared drives
Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus
Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines
Detail- and deadline-oriented
Availability to work nights and weekends
Understanding of the full design and production process, including contracting, set build, rehearsals, load-in, performances, and load-out
Physical demands may include working in a warehouse and/or scene shop; applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds
Valid driver’s license
About Westport Country Playhouse
The Westport Country Playhouse acknowledges the Indigenous peoples and nations of the Paugussett who stewarded the land and waterways of Westport, Connecticut.
The Playhouse is a nonprofit organization producing theatre by playwrights, actors, directors, and designers of all backgrounds, while entertaining audiences and exploring human and societal issues. We are actively creating an antiracist environment with our staff, artists, community leaders, and board members, engaging in ongoing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) discussions and training in antiracist practice, bystander intervention, and social justice.
All Playhouse staff must be committed to building an antiracist culture.
You Should Apply
Westport Country Playhouse is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field are strongly encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status.
A relocation stipend may be available and will be discussed upon job offer. For more information about the Playhouse and other job opportunities, visit westportplayhouse.org.
How to Apply
Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line: Technical Director Search
Or mail materials to:
Technical Director Search
Westport Country Playhouse
25 Powers Court
Westport, CT 06880
No phone calls or drop-in visits, please
Application deadline: Monday, January 5, 2026
Anticipated start date: Monday, February 2, 2026
Application Deadline:
Jan. 05, 2026
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
Connecticut,
Westport
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