Eau Claire Children’s Theatre is a non-profit, volunteer-driven community theatre providing quality theatrical and educational experiences for western Wisconsin residents of all ages. Founded in 1989, our Children’s Theatre will be starting its 33rd Season this fall. Our theatre has four main areas of programming-

ü mainstage productions of major Broadway musicals

ü school matinees of shows based on award-winning children’s literature

ü touring productions

ü summer theatre classes



Each season ECCT produces 16 shows along with a variety of special events, at three main venues- the new $60 million dollar Pablo Center at the Confluence (1200 seat RCU Theatre and 400 seat JAMF Theatre) and the 275 seat theatre owned by ECCT, The Oxford. With annual attendance of 32,000-35,000 patrons and an annual budget of over $600,000, the Eau Claire Children’s Theatre is one of the largest community theatres in western Wisconsin and one of only a handful of children’s theatres in the state, serving both youth and adult performers.

Typically our full and part-time paid staffing consists of the following positions:

ü Executive Director

ü Associate Director

ü Production Manager

ü Technical Director

ü Costumes and Wardrobe Staff (x2)

ü Technical Interns (x2)

ü Costume Interns (1 or 2)

ü Part-time Costume Shop Manager

ü Part-time Promotions and Special Events

(While we have been producing live theatre throughout the pandemic since June of 2020, a number of these positions were eliminated or reduced over the last year. With a full in-person season we will be filling a number of these positions over the spring with the intent to be at full staff strength moving into the spring.)

 

We are currently taking applications to fill the Technical Director position. More information about ECCT can be found at ecct.org and on our Facebook pages- “ECCT” and “ECCT Tech Productions”. We look forward to receiving your application materials.



EAU CLAIRE CHILDREN’S THEATRE, INC.

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

I.         POSITION OBJECTIVES: To provide superior technical expertise in the areas of Lighting, Sound and Special Effects for ECCT productions, rentals and special events. To oversee day to day facilities operations and maintenance for ECCT and The Oxford in conjunction with the Production Manager. To be an active member of the Production Staff, assisting in the areas of scenic construction, painting and/or properties as capable.

II.       POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:

Recruited by:            Executive Director

Salary/Benefits:       Annual salary $32,000-$36,000 BOE

                     Monthly health insurance stipend provided

                                   Monthly cell phone allowance provided

                                   Paid vacations, holidays and sick days

Schedule:               Position start date- as early as January 31; no later than February 14, 2022. Full time salaried position; schedule will flex between afternoon, evening and weekend hours depending on ECCT production schedule

III.       POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to:                Executive Director

Supervises:              Community volunteers, Interns

Coordinates with:    Production Manager

IV.      POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

·        BA/BS in Technical Theatre, Lighting or Sound Design, Tech Ed or related field desired or comparable experience in the field

·        Demonstrated lighting skills-design, systems, repairs, and implementation (hang, program, run)

·        Demonstrated sound skills-design, systems, repairs, and implementation (mix, run mics)

·        Demonstrated special effects skills-design and implementation (find, edit, run)

·        Knowledge of theatrical style, conventions and terminology

·        Strong oral communication skills

·        Background in or appreciation of theatre

·        Demonstrated ability to recruit and work with volunteers

·        Ability to manage several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

·        Strong organizational skills and highly motivated with strong work ethic

·        Ability to work with minimal supervision

V.      PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND SAMPLE TASKS

·        Design and implement lighting, sound and special effects elements for all productions, rentals and special events at The Oxford

·        Design and implement lighting, sound and special effects elements for ECCT productions at offsite locations ie: Pablo Center at The Confluence

·        Oversee maintenance of technical equipment at ECCT and in The Oxford

·        Assist with the completion of scenic requirements for ECCT shows as time and talent allows

·        Assist with IT and related tasks as experience allows

·        Other duties as assigned



VI. HOW TO APPLY Submit cover letter and current resume. Application deadline is Friday, January 14; interviews with qualified candidates will start before then. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Executive Director Wayne Marek.