Stagecraft Classifications
Stagecraft and technicians can be classified into departments and jobs as follows. Please note that not all productions will have all departments and/or jobs filled, and, in many cases, one technician will perform multiple jobs (even if only possessing one title).
- Technical Director - This person will typically oversee the carpentry, rigging, lighting and props departments as a liaison to the performance's primary director. Depending on the production, a "TD" may also supervise the audio and pyrotechnics departments. In smaller performances and venues, this position is commonly taken by the show's director, assistant director, or stage manager. In addition, non-resident venues (those that host touring or temporary performances rather than long-term productions) generally have an in-house Technical Director who oversees incoming event load-in, and a technical liaison between the venue's owner/manager and the director of the performance.
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