Technical Director - Concert Series

Concerts

Job Summary:
The University of Missouri Concert Series is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Director to oversee and manage the technical operations for our events and venues. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of audio, lighting, and video systems, as well as experience in event coordination and production, staff management, and venue maintenance. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:
Staff Management:

• Hire, train, and supervise full-time and part-time technical staff.

Event Coordination:

• Collaborate with Front of House (FOH), Tickets, and Hospitality departments to ensure seamless event execution.
• Coordinate with external staffing agencies (e.g., Crew Co, Labor Ready) and manage equipment and backline rentals.

Technical Operations:

• Oversee venue maintenance, including soldering and electronics upkeep.
• Demonstrate expertise in audio systems, FOH/monitor mixing, lighting systems (programming/design), and video systems (screens and projectors).
• Manage carpentry tasks for stage maintenance and understand fly systems and basic rigging procedures.
• Handle large vehicle packing and driving responsibilities.

Event Planning and Execution:

• Develop and execute technical plans for both on-site and off-site events based on client specifications, rider requirements, and designer input.
• Participate in regular approval meetings with department director.
• Advance events with clients, ranging from speaker and community events to Broadway musicals and concerts.

Administrative Duties:

• Prepare venues for upcoming events, ensuring all technical and logistical needs are met.
• Maintain inventory of expendables (e.g., office supplies, tape, lamps, batteries).
• Track part-time staff payroll and oversee departmental planning and advancement.
• Create cost estimates based on client provided information.
• Finalize event billing once an event is completed.
• Work with department director and finance team on budgeting and creating efficiencies.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, closed captioning software, control system software, video players, EMS, Zoom, Teams, VLC, and Lightwrite.
• Advanced knowledge of computer setup and troubleshooting.

Infrastructure Maintenance:

• Coordinate the installation and maintenance of venue infrastructure, such as projectors, garage doors, fire curtains, the organ in Missouri Theatre, PA systems, soft goods, and dimmer systems.
  

Work hours vary depending on events to include evenings and weekends.

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Valid Driver's License is required.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 commensurate with experience

Grade: GGS-010

University Title: Manager CSM Operations

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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