Associate Technical Director

The Operations Department of The Dallas Opera is responsible for all Artistic Administration and Production elements related to the advancing, implementing, and facilitating of artistic plans including season planning, artist casting/contracting, and the development, creation, construction, mounting and performance of opera repertory and special events as required. This position is full-time, annual, exempt, and reports to the Technical Director.

• Working in tandem with the Technical Director, ensuring that all technical elements are safe for artists, functional, and maintain the artistic vision.
• Working with the Technical Director, researching future production specs
• Working with the Technical Director, managing storage of scenery and production elements in the KRPC warehouse and elsewhere.
• Work closely with the Stage Production Manager, Technical Director, and Resident Lighting Director to determine technical specifications and requirements of designers and directors for all upcoming production rentals, new build projects, and/or co-productions.
• Set and assist enforcing safe-use guidelines for equipment and perform preventative maintenance as required
• Monitor safety protocols, procedures, and training programs for routine stage operations as well as specific operations related to performance, e.g., aerial performances, special effects, work at height, etc.
• Communicate with venue staff (AT&T Performing Arts Center) for special needs – e.g., integration of TDO production elements with venue programming prior to and following season residency; and mitigating any issues relating to the stage and backstage areas during season residency.
• Supervises the Facility Manager of the Karayanis Rehearsal Production Center

Desired Start Date
:
February 2, 2026

BENEFITS

Pay Range
: $62,000 - $65,000 Annual

Comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and long-term success of our employees including: medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO, paid parental leave, dedicated sick leave, 403b retirement savings plan with employer matching, complimentary tickets to performances, and personalized professional development opportunities.

To apply, please send a cover letter and résumé to recruitment , using the subject line “Associate Technical Director”. Please send Word or PDF file only. No phone calls, please.