technical director

  1. Tamra

    Orchestra Shell Repairs?

    Hello,I am new to working in a theater environment (came from large corporate events and traveling shows) and am working with an orchestra shell that was installed in the early 90s. Understandably it is in need of a good tune up. They could use some love on the wood paneling - scrapes here and...
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    • Forum: Stage Management and Facility Operations
  2. J

    Production Engineer III (TD) Position - Florida Institute of Technology

    Florida Institute of Technology and myself are excited to be able to increase our production team. Although this title may be slightly different than what I was hoping for, the description is very accurate and is very similar to most TD's.Through the pandemic and with the help of advice from...
  3. dvsDave

    USITT - Forum@4 - Student/Early Career Technical Director's Roundtable

    The USITT Student/Early Career TD Round Table provides attendees access to a diverse set of panelists each year, addressing issues that are most relevant to technical directors in the Student and Early Career demographics. Panelists will share stories and experiences that shaped their career...
  4. K

    Making a Floor that I Can't Paint Black

    Hey everyone! Thanks so much in advance for reading and your help.I am working on a student (University) production and we are trying to make the floor of this production black. The floor is a trapezoid that is approx 40x30 ft at its largest and 40x20 ft at its smallest. It's a problem that...
  5. Noah Abrams

    Etc Eos Gadget 2/ion

    Hello everyone, this is my first time posting on here and hope I can get some good feedback. I have recently purchased an ETC Gadget 2 DMX to USB interface. I love being able to have the functionality of an ion with a fraction of the price tag. Is there any affordable ways to connect an external...
  6. Corey Tobin

    TD graduate program w/o undergrad degree?

    Hey everyone! I'm new to CB and am very happy to be surrounded by such a wealth of pro knowledge.I'm a working professional that has been touring for 15 years in many capacities - rigging, audio, carpentry, automation and PM. I am currently working as a touring automation tech, carpenter and...
  7. Kristi

    Rigging Fundamentals Training

    Hello All, I should have thought to put this up sooner! Register quick! Or send to someone you know!ISD 728 Elk River MN is offering a unique opportunity to help you and your staff create safe environments in your performing spaces! Join ISD 728 Community Education and Josh Peklo, Guthrie...
  8. E

    TD of High School Theatres: hourly, salary, responsibilities?

    Hi all, First time poster. Happy to have CB as a resource. I'm a TD in a high school performing arts space. Newly created position, currently hourly, maxing out at 20 hours a week (funny, I know). The Supt. is trying to make me a salaried employee. Since we're so new, some of my responsibilities...
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