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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Full-time, non-exempt, medical, dental, vision - starts May 1 (Part-time onboarding prior to official start date)

THE GROUNDLINGS THEATRE & SCHOOL, a leading non-profit improv theatre in Los Angeles, seeks an experienced, proactive Technical Director to join our organization. The Tech Director will bring technical production expertise and strong organizational skills to the day-to-day operations and management of our venues. The TD reports directly to the Managing Director and supervises the tech and music staff.

Responsibilities include:

  • Hiring, training, developing, and scheduling the technicians & musicians.

  • Maintaining and servicing sound and lighting units, board, instruments, mics, speakers, amplifiers, EQ’s and other equipment, in conjunction with sound, lighting, and crew staff.

  • Designing, coordinating, and executing any new construction, set pieces, props, or changes within our school, performance, and staff spaces.

  • Supervising and coordinating regular maintenance work, such as carpet cleaning, plumbing maintenance, pest control, and HVAC maintenance and execution of special projects

  • Overseeing productions' technical development including prompt and effective communications between the directors, cast, and crew. Responsible for ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel.

  • Partnering with the Managing Director on tracking and planning monthly budget.

  • Building/finding props/set pieces for shows.

  • Subbing in for crew positions as needed.

  • Default Mon- Friday hours, with periodic schedule shift changes to offset a weekday for a Saturday or Sunday show production with rehearsal hours from 12pm -730pm. Occasional scheduled special events may require evening availability.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills, and a self-starter mentality.

  • Experience with theatre arts organizations or performance venues

  • Ability to work creatively and independently with superior problem-solving skills.

  • Forward-looking thinker who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions.

  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with leadership, directors, cast, and crew

  • Ability to lead the coordination of cross-departmental efforts.

  • Willingness to work some nights and weekends as required.

  • Previous stage management experience

  • Experience with budget management

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience in production, experience with prop building a plus

  • Knowledge and experience with sound systems, lighting systems, and band setup

  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving and organizational skills

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time, salaried position, but will be part-time for training for the first 4 weeks—we're looking to start someone as soon as possible with an official start date of May 1, 2025. Employee benefits include excellent health, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible paid vacation and sick time, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, fun environment.

Starting salary: $55,000-60,000K

To Apply: please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

The Groundlings School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and perspectives. We value the individuals that we hire and look forward to creating a positive, inclusive work environment for all identities. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please include your name and "Technical Director" in the subject line.

Light Board Operator

The Groundlings Theatre is seeking a part-time Light Board Operator.

Qualified candidate must fit the following criteria:

  • Proficient in light board operation (specifically an ETC Express 48/96 lightboard).

  • Knowledge of programming; some programming may be done on the fly.

  • Live event lightboard operation.

  • Troubleshooting LED fixtures and working with DMX.

  • Ability to check and maintain lighting fixtures and replacing lamps and gels when needed.

This is a part time position for Friday & Saturday afternoon/nights on an ongoing basis, with potential availability for additional shows on other nights. Hands-on training prior to the start of scheduled shows. Shows with pre-show rehearsals can range from 5-8 hours per night. Training dates TBD based on availability; all training hours paid.

We specialize in improvisation and sketch comedy, so familiarity with these formats and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, program quickly and make pivots with ongoing changes is essential.

Competitive pay. Please reply with a letter of interest to [email protected]

Job Type: Part-time

Rate: $23 - $25 hourly

INTERNSHIPS

The Groundlings Theatre and School offers quarterly internships to qualified candidates. Candidates must be full-time college students (junior, senior, or graduate school) earning college credit.  Internships are approximately 24 hours per week for 10-12 weeks. If interested in applying to our program, please send your resume and letter of interest to [email protected]. Customer service and experience working in a theatre a plus!

Summer 2025 Applications are now closed. Fall 2025 applications are now open!