Transylvania University

Transylvania University (www.transy.edu), a top-tier, independent, residential liberal arts college of 1,000 students in Lexington, Kentucky, invites applications for the position of Venue Technical Director for the Mitchell Fine Arts Center (MFA). This is a 12-month, full-time, on-campus position. Transylvania University recognizes that a diverse and inclusive community is essential to the fulfillment of our mission as a liberal arts institution. Candidates are encouraged, in their cover letter, to identify their strengths and experiences in creating an inclusive community.

The MFA Venue Technical Director oversees and coordinates the technical aspects of staging University, community, and professional performances; provides technical and artistic guidance and oversight to professional and/or student stage crews; serves as the on-site technical and management representative to performing groups, site users, and audiences and maintains all equipment used during events. This person supports all academic programs in the division of Fine Arts (specifically the Music Program and the Theater Program) and collaborates with University programs, events, and initiatives. In addition, this person is responsible for overseeing budgets, training and supervising student workers, developing policies for University performance spaces, purchasing, and implementing safety procedures and guidelines. This person is responsible for a 1,000-seat proscenium theater, a 250-seat thrust stage, a 125-seat black box, and a 60-person performance space.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience; experience with lighting, fly and audio systems; and mechanical skills in the operation and minor repair of sound, lighting equipment, and rigging. Candidates must be able to interpret and apply information from technical manuals. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working at theatrical facilities or the equivalent. In addition, strong oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills are necessary. We are looking for someone who aims to provide stellar customer service in all interactions with faculty, staff, students, and guests and can relay information with empathy and respect. Our ideal candidate is willing to learn new software programs and is someone who eagerly embraces opportunities to make systems or processes more efficient. We are a Google campus, so knowledge of the Google suite of apps is a plus. 

To begin the application process, please submit your resume and a cover letter below. Please write your cover letter to the attention of Kim Naujokas, Special Assistant to the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. Review of applications will begin on January 30 and continue until the position is filled.

Transylvania University is ranked in the top 15 percent of the nation’s four-year colleges by the Princeton Review, which cites its community-driven, personalized approach to a liberal arts education through 49 majors and 40 minors. Founded in 1780, it is the 16th oldest institution of higher learning in the country, with approximately 1,000 students.

Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the university community. In support of this goal, we seek qualified candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply.