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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Davenport Community Schools Davenport CSD - Davenport, Iowa Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5351250

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2025 2:03 AM (UTC)

Job Description

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

5% Supplemental Contract

• The Musical Director will perform duties including but not limited to assisting in the casting of performers based on musical ability, conducting rehearsals with performers using the vocal score for the production, assisting the Book Director throughout the production, and preparing the performers vocally for the production.
• In accordance with duties specified by the Theater Director, the Technical Director (TD) will be responsible for lighting, sound, and set construction

The Technical Director should have knowledge of:

• Basic hand and power tools to include miter saw, table saw, drills/drivers, router, etc...
• Proper rigging and hanging of light fixtures.
• Color theory and mixing of LED lighting fixtures.
• Programming ETC Element or similar light board.
• Sound theory.
• Shure (or similar) microphone wireless products.
• Digital sound boards.
• Basic understanding of electricity.

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

• Noise level is quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

• Musical Background
• Theatre Background
• Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Nicole Stroupe
• 1702 N. Main St
• Davenport, Iowa 52803
• Phone: 563-445-5000
• Email: stroupen@davenportschools.org

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