Assistant Technical Director / House Audio

Assistant Technical Director/House Audio

Grand Theater (Performing Arts Foundation) 

Wausau, WI

About the Performing Arts Foundation/The Grand Theater:

Ever since its opening in 1927, The Grand Theater has brought the best in the performing arts to North Central Wisconsin. Over the last decade, The Grand has hit new heights, with eight straight seasons of record ticket sales and over 150 sold-out performances. The venue has earned recognition for eight consecutive years as one of Pollstar’s Top 200 theatres in the world, making it one of the smallest venues by both market size and theater capacity to appear annually in those rankings.  The Grand Theater is also embarking on the Second Century Capital Campaign, a transformative $17 million campaign for the theater’s 100th Anniversary in 2027.  To date, over $13 million has been secured.  

The Performing Arts Foundation operates the historic theater and has an annual budget of $4 million, serving over 50 counties across Wisconsin each year.

About the position: 

The Performing Arts Foundation seeks a creative, experienced, full-time Assistant Technical Director with a strong inclination toward audio, aptitude for stage lighting, and knowledge of safety and rigging best practices. We operate the 1,200-seat historic Grand Theater in Wausau, WI, hosting over 200 events annually. This position interacts with a diverse clientele that includes touring production companies, corporate events, live music, theater, dance companies, as well as private and public gatherings of all types. 

Responsibilities Include:

Installation, operation, and strike of theatrical audio, rigging, video, and lighting equipment, both facility and touring owned.  Supervision of building, equipment, and personnel as assigned.  Maintenance of facility and equipment, including painting, electrical, snow removal, and occasional cleaning.  Other duties as assigned.

Requirements of the position:

• Must be motivated, punctual, positive, and able to follow instructions and work independently.
• Able to multitask, taking ownership of assignments, and able to identify potential hazards. 
• Enjoys working with people and can interact positively with clients in all aspects of their production. 
• Has a complete understanding of theatrical audio, lighting, wiring, and general repair skills.
• Able to design, set up, and engineer audio.  
• Knowledge of the ETC Eos Operating system.
• Comfortable and experienced working at heights, off lifts and ladders, and catwalks. 
• Has a demonstrated ability to operate a single-purchase, counterweight fly system safely.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects with the use of proper equipment.
• Good written/verbal communications; computer, web, and electronic skills. 
  
   

Experience Required: High school diploma or equivalent.  At least 3 years’ experience working in a technical theater role and knowledgeable in theatrical sound, lighting, and rigging systems. 

Training: The PAF will train committed employees. However, as a full-time house position, candidates must come to this role with superb skills in the aforementioned areas. If you are lacking in minor areas, but have a positive attitude and a proven work history of commitment to your past employers, please apply, explaining in your cover letter how you will manage your role if you are lacking in needed skills.

Position Information: Full-time hourly position with benefits. The benefits package includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, and a generous vacation and personal and sick day policy for all full-time employees. Pay range is commensurate with experience. The base salary range is $50,000-$60,000 and is eligible for overtime. The position requires regular hours, as well as additional evening and weekend work. Position involves public contact.  

The Performing Arts Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact jobs@grandtheater.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.

Applications and Inquiries: To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments, please email Technical Director Mark Weiss at mweiss@grandtheater.org

Priority consideration will be given to those who apply by September 15, 2025.