Savannah College of Art and Design

Technical Director, Production Design

As the technical director, you will supervise all SFLM productions to create appropriate budgets for labor and supplies. You will plan and maintain production and design schedules, lead production meetings, oversee staff and manage department shops, ensure projects follow OSHA and SCAD safety policies, and lead the transportation of all technical and design elements. You will address issues, review and approve production plans, maintain equipment inventories, supervise equipment usage, maintain facilities, develop maintenance schedules, mentor students, and support the chair at admission events. Responsibilities include developing renderings into working drawings to be used in project execution and liaising between project teams.


Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree and five years of industry experience in a scene shop as assistant technical director

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, and digital rendering software

· Knowledge of set production protocols, tools, machinery, and techniques

· Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

· Strong work ethic, high standards in quality of work, and an understanding of industry trends


Certificates, licenses, and registrations:

· Have or able to obtain a Class "C" Georgia driving license


Travel Required:

· Less than 10%


Work Hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Employees may be assigned other work days and/or hours.


ADA Tag: An individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements and minimum qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skill, or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Production, Education, and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Broadcast Media Production and Distribution and Higher Education

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