Assistant Technical Director - 2 Year Residency

New York City Center

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Adobe Premiere, Audiovisual, Bid Packages, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), City Administration, Community Programs, Construction, Copying Machines, Dance, Detail Oriented, Equipment Rentals, Fax Machines, Feasibility Analysis, Fitness, Leadership, Lift/Move 35 Pounds, Mainstage, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Music, Network Systems, Office Equipment, Performing Arts, Problem Solving Skills, Production Control, Production Support, Project Tracking, Purchasing/Procurement, Rentals, Residential Construction, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Drawing, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Theater, VectorWorks, Video Production, Writing Skills

LOCATION

New York, NY

POSTED

1 day ago

About the Organization
New York City Center has played a defining role in the cultural life of the city since 1943-making the best in the music, theater, and dance accessible to all audiences. Championed by a staff of passionate arts lovers, this commitment continues through celebrated dance and musical theater series including the Fall for Dance Festival, the Tony-honored Encores!, and the newest series Artists at the Center and City Center Dance Festival. The distinctive neo-Moorish theater in midtown Manhattan welcomes over 300,000 annual visitors to experience internationally acclaimed artists on the same stage that legends like George Balanchine, Leonard Bernstein, Barbara Cook, Martha Graham, and Paul Robeson made their mark. Home to a roster of renowned companies including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Manhattan Theatre Club, City Center's dynamic programming, art exhibitions, studio events, and master classes, are complemented by education and community engagement programs that bring the performing arts to over 11,000 New York City students, teachers, and families each year.

Description

Job Overview: Job Overview: The Technical Direction Residency Program is committed to creating career pathways for candidates underrepresented in Technical Direction, a critical field in our industry. This Position will offer opportunities to serve as City Center's Assistant Technical Director (ATD) and will work with the Technical Director to oversee the planning and execution of the construction, rental, and purchasing of all scenery, props, lighting, video, and sound elements for Mainstage productions. The ATD will also work with the Venue Operations team to help advance rental productions and support NYCC administrative events. In the second year of the residency, the ATD will have the opportunity to lead the technical team on select projects- including rental clients and internal mainstage productions.

Based on experience level, job responsibilities may include:

Assist in the technical design, drafting, engineering, and scheduling of technical elements for all mainstage programs.
Prepare build drawings for in-house scenic construction and/or bid packages for scenic shops.
Help maintain all technical drawings of space and equipment for venues and studios.
Prepare shop orders for equipment rental needs.
Works with Technical Director to evaluate costs and feasibility of designs.
Support any technical requirements for in-house events/productions, including Studio, Administrative, and Front of House events.
Collaborates with multiple departments to support the technical needs of mainstage and studio rental clients.
Assists in the purchasing and tracking of technical production equipment.
Evening show coverage with the Production and Venue Operations departments as scheduled.
Support the Production and Venue Operations departments as assigned.

Position Requirements

Required Experience and Qualification:

1+ years of technical experience in theater and/or dance with exposure to lighting, sound, and video production.
Proficient ability to draft CAD drawings with Vectorworks.
Must currently possess or obtain the following FDNY certifications within 3 months of hire:
- F03 Fireguard for Indoor Place of Public Assembly
- C15 Certificate of Fitness Flame Retardant Treatment
Scheduling flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays dictated by the production and performance schedule.
Strong leadership skills effective for a mixed environment of both union and non-union employees.
Proficiency with various software programs including MS Office Suite, Production and Venue Management Software, and Adobe Premiere.
Must be able to get to locations outside of the office independently, without physical assistance.
Must be able to lift at least 35 pounds.
Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (e.g., copier, fax machine).
Must have vision correctable to a level where an individual can operate a computer, visualize text on a computer monitor.
Working knowledge of sound equipment including Dante AV network systems, analog and digital mixing consoles, and QLab 4/5 a plus.
Ability to approach work with a spirit of collaboration and cooperation.
Ability to oversee multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Attention to detail and a passion for problem solving.

As a valued member of the City Center administrative team, you will receive:

Hourly wage of $25 per hour
Access to various dress rehearsals, performances, educational events, and professional development opportunities.
Medical insurance and short-term disability coverage
Paid time off (holidays and personal days)

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Rate of Pay
$25 per hour

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Open Date
3/27/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.

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New York City Center

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