Technical Theater/Theater Design & Technology
Overview
The Technical Theatre & Theatre Design Pathway provides students with the opportunity to explore a wide range of careers in the performing arts industry -from set construction and lighting design to costume creation, audio engineering, and stage management. Whether you aspire to work backstage on Broadway, mix sound for live events, or create immersive theatrical sets and scenery, this pathway opens the door to many exciting and creative professions.
Related Job Titles: Set Designer, Lighting Designer, Sound Technician, Costume Technician, Props Master, Stage Manager, Scenic Painter, Technical Director, Audio Engineer, Production Assistant, Costume Designer, Rigger, Makeup Artist, Master Carpenter, and more.
Participate in a Career Student Technical Organization (CTSO):
Technology Student Association (TSA)
Courses Included
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Level 1
- Foundations of Design, Multimedia Arts, & Digital Communication (A/B)
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Level 2
- Technical Theatre (A/B), Introduction to Sound Mixing (A/B)
- Level 3
- Sound Engineering & Design (A/B), Set Design (A/B)
- Level 4
- Work-Based Learning: Technical Theater/Theater Design & Technology
Industry Certificates
Students can earn nationally recognized certifications which proves they have the skills employers need and can lead to employment opportunities not otherwise available.
- OSHA 10 – General Entertainment Safety
- Q-Lab Basics Certification (Sound/Projection)
- USITT Recommended Safety Training/BACKstage Exam
- AVIXA Audio/Visual Technician (CTS Prep)
Have a Question?
James Campion
Dr. Rebecca Albert Vollrath
Director of Career and Innovation
Phone: (970) 776-0325
Email: rebecca.albert@weldre5j.org