Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television jobs in District of Columbia

Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television interprets plays and scripts for production. Auditions and identifies performers for roles in specific productions and conducts rehearsals. Being a Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television may require an associate's degree or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Technical Director
  • Arena Stage
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • WHO WE ARE

    Arena Stage is the voice of American theatre resident in our nation's capital. Focused on American artists, our productions are innovative and representative of stories from across the country. We nurture new plays and reimagine classics. We celebrate our democracy and diversity through a multitude of voices in our productions and community engagement programs to inspire people to action.

    WHAT WE VALUE

    A work culture that values experimentation and collaboration.

    Excellence in all aspects of our endeavor.

    Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion throughout the Organization and within our audience and the community.

    Community Service through education and public engagement.

    Lead effective partnerships and collaboration to serve artists and arts professionals.

    WHAT YOU'LL DO

    Support the Director of Production in managing scene shop staffing as well as oversee the budgeting, drafting, scheduling, and construction of scenery for all productions.

    MINIMUM/CORE REQUIREMENTS:

    • Minimum BFA Degree in Technical Theater or equivalent training and experience
    • 5 years experience in a professional scene shop, preferably in a supervisory capacity
    • Available to work irregular hours that include night and weekend duties.

    SKILLS REQUIRED:

    • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in safe engineering of scenery and scenic construction techniques including carpentry, welding, and theatrical and arena rigging.
    • Extensive experience creating technical drawings in AutoCAD (or equivalent drafting software) and knowledge of theatrical drafting standards.
    • Ability to develop and implement plans for builds, load-ins, and strikes including scheduling and hiring personnel.
    • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills including written and verbal communication, as well as demonstrated organizational skills.
    • Mechanical knowledge and experience, as it applies to theatrical effects including winches, hydraulics, and pneumatics involving complex integration across multiple axes.
    • Ability to adapt to frequently changing circumstances, work collaboratively with other employees and guest artists, and maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations.
    • Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook.
    • Experience with CNC Routers, Creative Conners and JR Clancy automation systems preferred.

    KEY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

    • Work with Director of Production in creation of schedule and budgets for upcoming seasons.
    • Collaborate with Department Heads and designers to fulfill the Director's vision for each production
    • Serve as primary liaison between scenic designers of productions and the scene shop by communicating design objectives; facilitating questions and solutions; and striving to realize the designer's plans and concepts within the constraints of the production process.
    • Oversee budgets for scenery, paints, and automation.
    • Supervise and participate in the creation of construction and load-in plans and drawings
    • Coordinate with Scene Shop Supervisor in planning construction, load-in, and strike of all scenery.
    • Attend meetings, Technical Rehearsals and Previews as needed
    • Oversee the maintenance of stages, scene shop, equipment, and inventory
    • As time permits, assist in maintenance or general building projects requiring special skills.

    The Washington Drama Society, Inc., Arena Stage does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities, employment or operations.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at hr@arenastage.org or call 202-488-3300.

    Offers of employment at Arena Stage are contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check and/or professional reference check as allowed by employment law in the District of Columbia. 

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Director of Engineering
  • Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job DetailsWe are partnering with a well- establish fintech company, located in Northern Virginia, whose focus lies in commodities. They are recognized around the world and are a leader in their respe...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Director, External Affairs
  • NCTA - The Internet & Television Association
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Director, External Affairs NCTA-The Internet and Television Association (“NCTA”) - headquartered in Washington, D.C.- represents network innovators and content creators that connect, entertain, inform...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Rock Band/Music Instructor/Camp Arena Stage
  • Arena Stage
  • Washington, DC TEMPORARY
  • Get ready to rock your summer with Camp Arena Stage! As a Seasonal Rock Band/Music Instructor, you'll unleash your passion for music while mentoring aspiring young musicians. Picture yourself guiding ...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Art Director or Sr. Designer (Web / Illustrative / Motion)
  • Taoti
  • Washington, DC OTHER
  • Taoti is looking for a full time, Art Director / Sr. Designer who leans illustrative and has extensive experience with web, digital, interactive, and motion graphics/animation. About the Job... The ti...
  • 5 Days Ago

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GRAY TELEVISION FUTURE FOCUS INTERN SUMMER '24 - DC BUREAU
  • Gray Television
  • Washington, DC INTERN
  • Are you among the best and brightest at your college or university and are contemplating what’s next? Life is short. Stop waiting for “real life” to start and put your knowledge to the test. Launch yo...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Director
  • ProKatchers LLC
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Title: Director of Information Services Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid) Duration: Full Time Job Description: Prov...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • NY Kids Club
  • New York, NY
  • Job Type Full-time Description NY Kids Club & NY Preschool is New York's premier children's enrichment space and accredi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • St. Johnsbury Athenaeum
  • Saint Johnsbury, VT
  • Job Description Job Description ST. JOHNSBURY ATHENAEUM DIRECTOR POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Title: Athenaeum Director Repo...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Clinton, MD
  • Chick-fil-A Woodyard Landing in Clinton, MD is looking for a passionate and experienced Director to lead a seasoned and ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • The Anderson Search Group
  • Uvalde, TX
  • Director of Client Engagement and Deposit Strategy The Anderson Search Group has been engaged by one of our top clients ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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DIRECTOR
  • The Muscogee Nation
  • Okmulgee, OK
  • MUSCOGEE (CREEK) NATION Seeking a DIRECTOR Description: The Director of Community Research and Development acts as a con...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • LEADERS OF TOMORROW LEARNING ACADEMY
  • Austell, GA
  • Job Description Job Description Oversee day to day operation of the Program Site. Facilitate administrative responsibili...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • Visa
  • Homestead, FL
  • Company Description Visa is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating more than 215 billion payments transactions...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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