Manager, Theatre Technical

Job Title

Manager, Theatre Technical

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Performing Arts Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

 

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for providing technical leadership and ensure the successful execution of all events held at the Performing Arts Center. The Technical Theatre Manager collaborates closely with faculty, production staff, students, and guest artists to ensure that all systems operate safely, reliably, and to a high professional standard.

  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Functional Area 1: Technical Leadership and Production Support

Percent Effort: 50%

• Serve as the lead technician and primary point of contact with lights, video, sound, and staging requirements for all events and productions at the TAMU-CC Performing Arts Center

• Collaborate with TAMU-CC Faculty/Staff and Rental clients to determine production requirements and ensure that all technical needs are met

• Supervise full-time technical event specialist staff

• Manage scheduling for PAC technical staff and student workers, ensuring proper event coverage including pre and post event functions

• Train and supervise student technicians in the use of lighting, video, and audio systems.  Provide mentorship and guidance in proper operations and practices

• Work with Events Services staff to ensure proper technical support for rental clients

Functional Area 2: Maintenance, Inventory, and Setup

Percent Effort: 40%

• Oversee and perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of lighting, video, and audio equipment including changing light bulbs in fixtures and maintenance and recommending replacement of equipment.

• Oversee setup and teardown for events including setting and striking all furniture and equipment needed to facilitate rehearsals, concerts, meetings, and all other events (i.e. stage setups/tear-downs, lobby setups, greenroom, to include chairs, tables, stands, risers, pipe & drape, etc.)

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of lighting and audio systems, including system configurations, patching, signal flow, and equipment inventory.

• Maintain accurate and organized inventory of all lighting and audio assets, ensuring proper storage, security, and lifecycle management.

Functional Area 3: Other

Percent Effort: 10%

• Assist with PAC marketing and outreach efforts

• Support Institutional Advancement efforts as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree

• Five (5) years of related experience

• Additional education and/or experience may be considered as a substitute for the minimum qualifications:

  • High School diploma/GED with nine (9) years of related experience

  • Associate’s degree with seven (7) years of related experience

  • Master’s degree with three (3) years of related experience

  • Doctoral degree with one (1) year of related experience

• Ability to work extended hours, nights, and/or weekends

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a Higher Ed or K-12 environment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Theatre or other Performing Arts/Education related discipline

SALARY: $45,000 - $50,000/annually, approximately

• $3,750 - $4,166.67/monthly, approximately

NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.