Auditorium Technical Coordinator

High school diploma or equivalent required (Bachelor's degree in Technical Theater, Theater Education, or related field preferred). Demonstrated experience in technical theater, including lighting, sound, carpentry, and stagecraft. Experience working with students or in an educational setting. Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for performances and events required. Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit required. Familiarity with theatrical lighting consoles (e.g., ETC), soundboards, QLab, and scenic software (e.g., Vectorworks) preferred. Basic knowledge of first aid and safety training (OSHA, CPR, etc.). Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide technical support for school theatre productions, concerts, assemblies, community events, and commercial performances. Prepare, set up, operate, and take down auditorium equipment, including lighting, sound systems, microphones, projectors, rigging, scenery, and stage effects. Support the technical aspects of productions and events, including lighting, sound mixing, lighting control, stage rigging, scenery, and other production needs. During live presentations, provide direction and technical support to student and volunteer crews operating lighting, sound, and stage rigging systems. Collaborate with theatre directors, music and instructional staff, students, event organizers, and community groups to support production and set design needs within established safety guidelines. Attend rehearsals and pre-production meetings to coordinate technical requirements and provide direction to student and volunteer technical crews. Provide hands‑on instruction and guidance to students, volunteers, and staff in the safe and proper operation of auditorium equipment and technical theatre practices. Assist and provide technical direction to student technical crews with lighting, audio, stage management, set construction, and other production responsibilities. Maintain, inspect, and inventory auditorium equipment, tools, supplies, and stage hardware; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs as appropriate, and identify maintenance, repair, and replacement needs. Work with the building principal and appropriate District staff regarding the purchase, repair, or replacement of equipment and supplies. Maintain auditorium and technical spaces in a clean, organized, and safe condition and coordinate facility‑related needs with appropriate District staff. Communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in writing with staff, students, event organizers, community users, and other stakeholders to support successful events and productions. Follow and enforce established safety and security procedures and promptly communicate concerns to the building principal or appropriate District administrator, including during after‑hours use of the auditorium. Maintain regular and reliable work‑site attendance and establish cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full time

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TBD

SALARY

In accordance with the current WBMT Master Agreement (Tech II) The West Bloomfield School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Postings current as of 8/27/2026 4:17:03 PM CST. Powered by applicant tracking, a product of Frontline Education. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oakland Human Resources Consortium