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The Technical Theater Supervisor oversees all technical operations for the Jennersville YMCA Theater Program, supporting productions, educational programming, special events, and facility needs. Reporting to the Theater Director, this role manages lighting, sound, scenic construction, stage operations, and theater safety while fostering a welcoming, collaborative environment for volunteers, students, artists, and community members.
Who Are We?
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2026 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for the third consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Perks & Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and everyday essentials like home, auto, and pet insurance on our employee marketplace
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
What You’ll Do
- Supervise all technical aspects of theatrical productions, including lighting, sound, projections, scenic construction, rigging, and stage management support
- Teach and lead technical theater programs, workshops, and camps for youth participants, including instruction in lighting, sound, stagecraft, scenic construction, backstage safety, and theater technology.
- Mentor youth technical theater participants as they step into roles including lighting operator, sound operator, etc.
- Work collaboratively with community volunteers to execute plans for scenic construction and other technical elements
- Communicate with fellow program staff to ensure effective use of time and space for all programs
- Operate and troubleshoot theater equipment and systems during rehearsals and performances
- Ensure productions are completed on time and within budget
- Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in program.
- Organizes and maintains program records including, but not limited to: attendance records, rosters, etc.
- Manages all equipment.
- Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
- Communicates effectively and timely with program participants and parents.
- Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
- Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person.
- Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
What You'll Need
Required
- The ideal candidate combines strong technical theater expertise with leadership, organization, and a passion for arts education and community engagement
- 18 years of age with high school diploma or GED
- Experience in technical theater production, stagecraft, or theater operations.
- Working knowledge of lighting, sound, scenic construction, and backstage operations.
- Ability to supervise crews and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills.
- Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds and work evenings/weekends as required by production schedules.
- Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Preferred
- 2-year degree or higher in a related field
- Experience working in nonprofit, educational, or community theater environments.
- Experience teaching or mentoring students and volunteers.
Work Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
Why You Need To Apply
Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!
Skills Required
- Experience in technical theater production, stagecraft, or theater operations.
- Working knowledge of lighting, sound, scenic construction, and backstage operations.
- Ability to supervise crews and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills.
- Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds and work evenings/weekends as required by production schedules.
- 18 years of age with high school diploma or GED.
- Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.
- 2-year degree or higher in a related field
- Experience working in nonprofit, educational, or community theater environments.
- Experience teaching or mentoring students and volunteers.
What We Do
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit social services organization dedicated to Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility, offering life-changing programs for children, families, adults, and seniors.
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