Technical Director
Muskogee Little Theatre is seeking a passionate and skilled Technical Director to join our creative team! Our community theatre has been bringing stories to life for over 50 years, and we’re looking for someone who can help us continue that tradition of excellence both onstage and behind the scenes. To inquire or apply please email resume to Laura Hazen, Executive Director, at
Job description:
POSITION – Community Theatre Technical Director MUSKOGEE LITTLE THEATRE Job Title: Technical Director/Facility Manager Summary: Responsible for all technical theatre design, build, and technical needs for all productions and special events for MLT as well as facility management and basic maintenance.
Technical Theatre needs include: Lighting Design, Sound Design and all light and sound requirements including microphone management and maintenance, scenic projections and any additional technical needs including stage rigging requirements.
Scenic design/carpentry: Responsible for set design (per approval of Stage Director) prior to show auditions. Responsible for carpentry and all set construction needs for all MLT production and MLT special events.
Facility Manager: Manages day to day facility needs and oversees facility maintenance. This position reports to the Executive Director.
Directly Supervises: Technical theater volunteers as needed Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned.
Tech/Technical needs: As part of the production team for each show, attend production meeting to find out any needs of stage director Lighting Design – per approval of the Stage Director Hang and Focus Light Instruments – to be completed by Tech Weekend Sound Design – per approval of Stage Director Responsible for all sound needs for the production which includes: sound effects, microphone management and maintenance, music tracks Responsible for any other technical theatre needs such as theatrical projections and rigging Responsible for training and management of all volunteers in all technical theatre aspects i.e. Light and Sound Board operators and volunteers flying objects onto stage Availability at all Technical Rehearsals, all performances and MLT special events Supervision of the Light / Sound booth Maintains set, lighting and technical needs throughout the production run and any new repairs needed during the course of the production are to be administered before the next scheduled performance.
Responsible for post-production cleaning, organization and maintenance of light booth and all equipment Responsible for and available for all technical requirements and technical volunteers for MLT special events
Sets: Responsible for set design (per approval of Stage Director) Responsible for design, carpentry, and construction needs for all MLT productions and MLT special events. Researches each production thoroughly. Arrange design meeting(s) with Stage Director to understand the stage directors vision for the show and finalize set design. Work independently or with volunteers to finalize all set needs including construction, assemble and painting by set deadline – Wednesday prior to Tech Week-end. Ensure that basic construction of set is completed 3 weeks prior to show opening in order to allow actors ample time to rehearse with a set. Organize and lead set construction workdays (if needed) ensuring safety of all volunteers Arrange purchase and delivery of needed set supplies prior to workdays Recruit all volunteers needed for construction workdays – if needed Organize set build duties for volunteers Clean-up shop, backstage areas and rehearsal space to rehearsal ready state prior to rehearsals. Schedule and supervise set strike ensuring that entire facility is returned to pre-show stage and that all storage areas are organized and accessible for next production team. Responsible for the return of all borrowed set pieces, lighting equipment, and technical equipment. Monitor scenic construction services related expenditures for budget compliance Assist with annual set budget Turn in all receipts for set construction and facility maintenance to the Executive Director
Safety: Oversee all aspects of stage safety including, but not limited to, open flames, pyrotechnics, air quality (i.e. smoke and fog), rigging and temporary high voltage electrical hook-ups Ensure necessary fire/building/electrical code compliance in all stage areas Provide necessary training to stage personnel and volunteers to ensure a safe working environment Facility Manager: Manages day to day facility needs and oversees facility maintenance. Maintains, repairs and improves the physical facility; insures building upkeep, basic maintenance (including safety measures) and acquires equipment and supplies when needed. Available to receive shipments, deliveries and allow service providers into facility Completes monthly checklists of upkeep.
Rentals: General supervision of building and occupants during rental events (first to arrive, last to leave concept) Schedule, in coordination with Executive Director, time and space requirements of MLT rentals, providing technical expertise as needed Assist MLT renters with technical evaluation of events and conduct pre-event production meeting as needed. Conduct pre-event interviews with MLT rental party to establish necessary technical requirements. Event set up/tear down All duties as required by the contract of the rental party.
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BA) from four-year college or university is preferred; OR one to two years related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional Requirements: Sound (wireless microphones, headsets, sound boards, and sound effects) Lighting Design (focusing, programming light boards, lighting patterns, gels, special effects, etc.) Scenic design and carpentry Personal Requirements: Must be organized Work well with others Be able to multi-task and prioritize duties to accomplish jobs within specified deadlines Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Because MLT operates with the support of both experienced and inexperienced volunteers, must be able to work with different personalities and different volunteer skill levels. Other: Serve as MLT representative as needed. Recruit back stage volunteers and crew. Attends all special events sponsored by the theatre. Adheres to any and all policies and procedures established by the Executive Director and/or the Board of Directors. Work ethic should always reflect the mission of Muskogee Little Theatre. Other appropriate duties as defined/assigned by Executive Director. Time Requirements and Compensation: Assignment will include daytime, evening, and weekend hours. Scheduled to average 40 hours per week. Flex time will be used as hours are not typically regular in a theatre environment. Hours to be coordinated and preapproved by the Executive Director. On site hours are determined by the Executive Director. Salary shall include two weeks vacation each calendar year, with said vacation period to be chosen by the Employee with preapproval of the Executive Director. The salary covers the holidays listed: Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, & Memorial Day. Salary shall be $40,000/year, additional $75.00 per month cell phone allowance.
2025 MLT Summer Theatre Camp Counselor-2026 info will be posted soon!
Please read the job description and all required dates! Applications are due by May 10th.
All Camp Counselors for Muskogee Little Theatre are responsible to the Board of Directors and answer to the Executive Director of Muskogee Little Theatre, Laura Hazen as liaison to the board. Camp counselors direct report and supervisor is shall be the Camp Director Penny McGill. All Camp Counselors shall adhere to the by-laws and policies of Muskogee Little Theatre, Inc.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
1. Responsible for the safety and well-being of all participants/students. Additionally, students should be supervised and engaged in activity at all times while in our care and never left to entertain themselves.
2. Responsible for the well-being of the facility. Those duties include:
a. Enforcement of M.L.T. House Guidelines, Code of Conduct and all written policies.
b. At the conclusion of each rehearsal and performance: secure and lock all doors, and assuring that all lights, electrical devices, water, etc. are turned off and thermostats are adjusted to conserve energy.
c. Ensure that theatre is tidied and cleared of art project materials, that trash isvtaken out and that all set/prop/costume pieces are stored in proper place tovallow use of stage and building at night.
d. Floors and restrooms are tidied daily at the end of day.
3. Oversee all camp activities, auditions, and production.
4. Participate in the preparation of and adhere to detailed written plan for highly structured program of instruction. This plan shall include a structured schedule ofvdaily activities.
5. Communicate with parents, participants, and camp director and campvadministrator as needed; and strive to meet all needs.
Additional expectations / agreement for 2025 camp:
*There will be a mandatory counselor meeting set by Camp Director Penny McGill (time/location TBA)
1.Schedule of work days
Stipends are based on 5 weeks (25 days) of 5 hour work days + all performances – ALL REQUIRED
Week 1 – June 2-6 (12:30pm-5:30pm)
Week 2 – June 9-13 (12:30pm-5:30pm)
Week 3-June 16-20 (12:30pm-5:30pm)
Week 4-June 23-27 (12:30pm-5:30pm, some variation with show dates)
Week 5 -Extra week (5 days) include:
Date/Time T.B.A. – Pre-camp work day with Penny at MHS or MLT
Sat., May 31 – work day
Sat., June 7 –work day
Sat.,June 14 – tech, work day
Sunday or Monday, June 29 Camp set strike
Show Dates June 26, 27, 28, 29
2. Muskogee Little Theatre has based instructor to student ratio on the ability of all counselors to be present every work day. Exceptions will only be made on an emergency basis and must be approved by the Executive Director and Camp Director.
3. Muskogee Little Theatre will distribute 2 stipend checks to each contracted worker. The first stipend check for ½ of contracted stipend will be distributed on June 14th. The final stipend check will be issued on last work day at the conclusion of camp / set strike.
4. Counselor working hours during camp are 12:30 – 5:30. Counselors are expected to perform necessary duties during this entire time. Counselors should eat lunch and tend to personal business on off-duty hours.
5. Muskogee Little Theatre will make every possible effort to assure that counselors will not be expected to work past 5:30 on camp days. (This will vary on show dates.)
6. All hiring is contingent upon passing a background check if the applicant is 18 or over.
If you have questions please email
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