Technical Director

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Technical Directors most commonly work at production studios that develop theatrical releases, television programs, video games and other creative projects. They can also hold a leadership role at technical companies that develop software or engineer different types of technology. Technical Directors assess a company’s needs for a project and determine the types of technical resources, equipment and knowledge essential for their goal. They track their expenses, help hire employees and create systems for implementing technology.

What does a Technical Director do?

A Technical Director, or AV Director, is responsible for supervising the audiovisual and technological functions of a company. Their duties include analyzing the operations budget to determine strategies for using technology within the company, coordinating equipment purchases and interpreting project briefs to identify a business’s tech needs and project specifications.

Responsibilities

A Technical Director should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Technical Director should be able to execute:

Overseeing the audio and visual production process
Designing, setting up and operating sound and lighting equipment for projects
Providing technical support for productions, programs and events
Supporting and advising the technical and sales teams on financial needs
Working with the Director to oversee the completion of projects and ensure that all technical needs are catered to
Working directly with the design team to come up with mockups and technical drawings of scenes

Required Skills

A competitive Technical Director will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Quality monitoring skills to make improvements and corrections where necessary
Thorough understanding of the operation and control of sound, lighting and other production equipment
Excellent computer and technical skills
Active listening and communication skills
Ability to think creatively
Problem-solving skills

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