Location: Oneonta, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Fri Nov 15 2024 Job Description:

The Theatre Department at SUNY Oneonta is calling for a skilled Assistant Technical Director (ATD) beginning January 2025.The expectations are to assist the Technical Director of the Theatre Department with the day-to-day operations of the two theatres, the scene shop and related support areas of the Theatre Complex of the Fine Arts Building.

SUNY Oneonta's Theatre Program provides a strong foundation for diverse career paths and further education through a blend of classroom learning and hands-on experience. The department's collaborative, supportive atmosphere encourages creativity and interaction between students and faculty, with abundant opportunities for student involvement in productions, design, and performance in dedicated facilities within the Fine Arts Center.

To learn more about the University or the Department please visit www.oneonta.edu or www.oneonta.edu/academics/theatre.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Execute routine maintenance and safety upgrades to the theatre equipment.

• Assist with the construction, rigging, and installation of the scenery, sound, and lighting for departmental productions.

• Supervise students in the operation and use of the theatres and shop as part of the Play Production Program.

• Keep the scene shop and theatres clean and in good working order.

• Accommodate and supervise the technical arrangements of all non-departmental groups using the two theatres of the Theatre Complex.

Salary: $55,151. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• Good working knowledge of current equipment and practices in theatre sound, scenic construction, lighting and rigging.

• Strong interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working in professional theatre.

• Master of Fine Arts in Theatre

• Experience working with and serving diverse populations.

  Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

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SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.