Technical Director (m/f/d) for the “Staatstheater Kassel”

The Staatstheater Kassel is seeking, effective June 1, 2027, or no later than the 2027/2028 season, a

Technical Director  (m/f/d) for the “INTERIM” venue.

The Kassel State Theater opened the “INTERIM” venue in October 2025 as a modular theater building with a 360-degree circular stage. The following link features a video about this venue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8r2z2MbFfc

This modern theater complex—which hosts musical theater, concerts, drama, dance, and Just+—is equally committed to tradition and modernity—and attracts nationwide attention through its innovative programming and the quality of its ensembles and the State Orchestra.

Your Responsibilities:

• Management of the stage technology departments at INTERIM

• Artistic and technical planning and organization of new productions, revivals, guest performances, and special events

• Reviewing and constructively implementing set design concepts, taking into account artistic requirements, technical feasibility, and suitability for the repertoire

• Providing artistic and technical support for productions from the conceptual phase through to the premiere

• Preparation of risk assessments

• Contribution to the strategic development of technical equipment, production processes, and operational structures

• Acting as deputy to the Technical Director at INTERIM

What we offer:

• Employment / compensation in accordance with the NV-Bühne SR stage technician collective bargaining agreement

• Benefits under the “Family-Friendly Employer of the State of Hesse” seal of approval

• Annual bonus

• Capital-forming benefits

• Free “Landes Ticket” for public transportation throughout Hesse

• Support for balancing work and family life through flexible work schedules within the scope of operational possibilities

• Support for your professional development through training and continuing education opportunities

This is a full-time position.

The Technical Director, Mr. Mario Schomberg, is your contact for any questions at 05 61 / 10 94 132.

General Information:

By submitting your application, you agree that we may also electronically process your documents and retain them for up to six months after the position has been filled. Furthermore, as part of the selection process, the submitted documents will be forwarded to the relevant department head and, where applicable, to the committees required by law under the HPVG, HGlG, and SGB IX.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications—regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.

To increase the proportion of women, we encourage applications from women. Applications from people with disabilities (GdB of 50% or higher, or equivalent) will be given preference if qualifications are equal. We recommend that you indicate a disability or equivalent status in your application to ensure your interests are protected.

Unfortunately, we cannot cover any costs incurred as a result of an invitation to an interview.

Your Profile:

• Certified Master of Event Technology (m/f/d) – Specializations in stage and lighting

• Experience in instructing and leading teams, professional experience in the events industry (preferably at a theater), Interpersonal skills

• Willingness to work evenings, Sundays, and holidays

• Artistic sensitivity