ISCO Specialization 2166.4.7 Technical Director

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

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.

Essential Skills

  • Promote Health And Safety
  • Organise Rehearsals
  • Coordinate Technical Teams In Artistic Productions
  • Theatre Techniques
  • Negotiate Health And Safety Issues With Third Parties
  • Adapt To Artists' Creative Demands
  • Write Risk Assessment On Performing Arts Production
  • Coordinate With Creative Departments


Alternative Names

  • Head Of Technical Department
  • Technical And Operations Director
  • Technical Supervisor
  • Head Of Technical
  • Director Of Technical Arts
  • Technical Manager


Higher Level