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Technical director

Technical directors realise the artistic visions of the creators within technical constraints. They coordinate the operations of various production units, such as scene, wardrobe, sound and lighting, and make-up. They adapt the prototype and study the feasibility, implementation, operation and technical monitoring of the artistic project. They are also responsible for the stage equipment and technical equipment.

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Rate 5 of the 9 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

organise rehearsals

write risk assessment on performing arts production

coordinate with creative departments

adapt to artists' creative demands

adapt designers’ work to the performance venue

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Must-Have Skills (Advanced)

CommunicationAdvanced

InfluenceAdvanced

Problem SolvingAdvanced

Transdisciplinary ThinkingAdvanced

Developing PeopleAdvanced

Decision MakingAdvanced

Supporting Skills

Customer OrientationIntermediate

Creative ThinkingIntermediate

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European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (9)

theatre techniquestheatre techniquesThe techniques that facilitate a successful presentation of a play.organise rehearsalsorganise rehearsalsManage, schedule and run rehearsals for the performance.write risk assessment on performing arts productionwrite risk assessment on performing arts productionAssess risks, propose improvements and describe measures to be taken on a production level in performing arts.coordinate with creative departmentscoordinate with creative departmentsCoordinate activities with other artistic and creative departments.adapt to artists' creative demandsadapt to artists' creative demandsWork with artists, striving to understand the creative vision and adapting to it. Make full use of your talents and skills to reach the best possible result.negotiate health and safety issues with third partiesnegotiate health and safety issues with third partiesConsult, negotiate and agree on potential risks, measures and safety procedures with third parties.adapt designers’ work to the performance venueadapt designers’ work to the performance venueReorient the work of performance collaborators, such as musicians, dancers, actors as well as artistic and technical collaborators, such as set designers, lighting operators and stage managers.promote health and safetypromote health and safetyPromote the importance of a safe working environment. Coach and support staff to participate actively in the continuous development of a safe working environment.coordinate technical teams in artistic productionscoordinate technical teams in artistic productionsPlan, coordinate and supervise the work of the technical teams such as scene, wardrobe, light and sound, make-up and hairdressing and props during set-up, rehearsals, performances and dismantling.

Optional (1) — show

write technical riderswrite technical ridersParticipate in all aspects of the creation of technical riders. Create, or help create, cues for the technical crew in coordination with creators, directors and designers team. Verify that the crew un...

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Frequently asked questions

What does a technical director do?

What skills does a technical director need?

A technical director needs 9 essential skills, including theatre techniques, organise rehearsals, write risk assessment on performing arts production, coordinate with creative departments, adapt to artists' creative demands.

Will AI replace technical director jobs?

The AI disruption score for technical director is 16/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: write risk assessment on performing arts production, write technical riders, coordinate technical teams in artistic productions. Most resilient: adapt designers’ work to the performance venue, adapt to artists' creative demands, coordinate with creative departments.