Assistant Technical Director

Walnut Street Theatre, America’s oldest theatre, seeks experienced Assistant Technical 
Director to join our fast-paced production team. The ATD works closely with Technical 
Director in the implementing all scenic elements for WST’s mainstage, studio, and 
children’s theatre productions; supervising all scene shop staC and apprentices, and 
budgeting of all scenic designs.

Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with TD to engineer, develop, and draft all scenic elements and shop 
drawings using AutoCAD
• Assist TD in providing accurate material and labor estimates for all scenic, paint, 
and props for all WST productions
• Research material and build methods for scenic elements
• Maintain build and load-in schedules
• Schedule and supervise all shop personnel
• Provide training for WST shop apprentices
• Order materials as required
• Assist the TD in the scheduling and arranging of scenery, props, and tool 
transportation between the shop and theatre
• Attend all load-in, load-out and technical rehearsals as needed
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all tools, soft goods, and stored scenic elements
• Foster a safe, positive working environment

Qualifications:
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD drafting, including 3D drafting techniques
• Minimum 3-5 years professional scene shop experience, including experience in 
Technical Direction
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 oCice suite
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in theatrical rigging, electrical wiring, and CNC Programming
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to drive a 16’ box truck in a city environment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits
• $60,000-$62,000 annually with excellent benefits package and bonus potential