How to hire an assistant technical director

How to hire an assistant technical director, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant technical director hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant technical director job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant technical director
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the assistant technical director you need to hire. Certain assistant technical director roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   An assistant technical director's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant technical directors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of assistant technical director salaries for various roles:

   Type of Assistant Technical Director	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Technical Director	Producers and directors create motion pictures, television shows, live theater, commercials, and other performing arts productions. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain or inform an audience.	$28-63
   Video Production Manager	The video production manager is tasked with overseeing the processes of video production. They provide the needs of production staff, oversee the project budget, prepare permits and documents, and ensure all production schedules are met... Show more	$22-43
   Director, Video Production	Video Production Directors are responsible for translating screenplays on to screen and directing operations of video production. Their duties include selecting crew members and cast, scouting locations, developing the script, adjusting lighting and framing, directing actors, musicians other artists, and undertaking editing work with post-production staff... Show more	$21-62

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Audio Visual
   • Technical Support
   • Scene Shop
   • Technical Aspects
   • Technical Equipment
   • CAD
   • Sound Design
   • Windows Server
   • SQL
   • Technical Operations
   • Customer Service
   • Desktop Support
   • OS
   • Sound Systems

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   Responsibilities:

   • Develop residential data center standards and implement database CRM style solutions for managing the home environment utilizing SAP/Access/MySQL/Oracle database engines.
   • Maintain, troubleshoot, & install equipment & systems on schedule or as needed.
   • Help troubleshoot student administration system, cafeteria system, library system, HVAC system, video security system, accounting system.
   • Develop residential data center standards and implement database CRM style solutions for managing the home environment utilizing SAP/Access/MySQL/Oracle database engines.
   • Used re-imaging software for PCs in the company.
   • Mentore new technicians on what to look for when troubleshooting networks and standalone PCs.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant technical director job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An assistant technical director salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an assistant technical director in Nebraska may be lower than in California, and an entry-level assistant technical director usually earns less than a senior-level assistant technical director. Additionally, an assistant technical director with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average assistant technical director salary

   $88,489yearly

   $42.54 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant technical director salary

   $59,000 yearly salary

   Updated February 1, 2026

   Average assistant technical director salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$122,616	$59
   2	New York	$104,016	$50
   3	District of Columbia	$100,482	$48
   4	Connecticut	$98,548	$47
   5	Washington	$96,556	$46
   6	Maryland	$88,552	$43
   7	Oregon	$86,081	$41
   8	Texas	$80,992	$39
   9	Arizona	$80,332	$39
   10	Pennsylvania	$78,869	$38
   11	Colorado	$78,552	$38
   12	Illinois	$76,875	$37
   13	Virginia	$76,015	$37
   14	Ohio	$73,982	$36
   15	New Mexico	$72,709	$35
   16	Florida	$71,183	$34
   17	Minnesota	$71,040	$34
   18	Oklahoma	$66,317	$32
   19	Alabama	$63,725	$31
   20	Tennessee	$61,897	$30

   Average assistant technical director salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	University of Illinois Springfield	$105,664	$50.80
   2	Metropolitan Opera	$101,045	$48.58	1
   3	Tenet Healthcare	$94,777	$45.57	15
   4	BDO USA	$94,048	$45.22	9
   5	PSEA	$93,644	$45.02	8
   6	Raytheon Technologies	$83,923	$40.35	10
   7	Northwestern Mutual	$83,348	$40.07	9
   8	The Brookings Institution	$83,020	$39.91
   9	TEAM	$82,583	$39.70	6
   10	Gettysburg College	$80,899	$38.89
   11	Mount Holyoke College	$78,363	$37.67
   12	Cornell University	$72,517	$34.86	10
   13	Columbia University in the City of New York	$71,930	$34.58	4
   14	Fordham University	$71,458	$34.35
   15	Rochester Institute of Technology	$70,297	$33.80	1
   16	The Walt Disney Company	$70,102	$33.70	50
   17	University of Washington	$66,656	$32.05	5
   18	Pacific Lutheran University	$66,443	$31.94
   19	Univision Communications	$66,402	$31.92	3
   20	College of the Holy Cross	$65,288	$31.39

4. Writing an assistant technical director job description

   An assistant technical director job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an assistant technical director job description:

   Assistant technical director job description example

   Oversee the areas of standardized and efficient financial reporting processes. Assist with the development and implementation of strategic plans for systems and processes in all areas of technology.
   
   * Develop and execute a strategic plan for business, including claims, accounts payable, payroll and technology that supports the overall food services operations
   
   * Assist the Assistant Director of Logistics with monthly and annual inventory closing, valuation and reconciliation to Oracle and Edison System
   
   * Assist the Director of Business & Logistics in reviewing requisitions, equipment and repair orders, accounting entries, operation reports and provide comparative data regarding the business and logistics operations
   * Lead and manage the security system operations including the video monitoring system
   * Keep abreast of school board policies, federal regulations, administrative regulations and legal requirements that relate to Food Services operations
   * Monitor payroll, claims, accounts payable processes and ensure bills are paid accurately and on time
   * Oversee financial systems and processes to ensure the department is compliant
   * Lead and manage all technology operations
   * Coordinate with technology personnel to establish technology policies and systems that support department strategies and goals
   * Manage business office and technology budget through active management and monitoring of revenue and expenditures
   * Represent the Director of Business & Logistics at meetings and events, oversee operations in the absence of the Director
   * Make well thought out and data driven recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the department
   * Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
   * All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports and periodic certification, as appropriate
   
   Salary commensurate with education and experience
   
   Selected individuals for Dallas Independent School District positions will be placed according to compensation guidelines. A campus-based employee may not assume a new position for which he/she was selected based upon the posting process until the end of the current semester, unless approved by the chief officer - Human Capital Management.
   
   A security check and disclosure of family relationship information is required for all positions.
   
   No telephone calls please.
   
   EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/H
   
   Dallas Independent School District, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, as well as board policy not to discriminate in such a manner (not all prohibited bases apply to all programs).
   
   * Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Accounting, Management, Business, Finance or related field
   * Eight years experience in business, finance or accounting. Documented experience in leading a technology team and/or documented leadership of significant/organization wide level technology projects and initiatives
   * Proficient in Microsoft Office especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint to analyze and provide business reports
   * Demonstrated knowledge of Oracle software regarding inventory, procurement, finance, fixed assets, general ledger and related financial reporting tools
   * Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems, food service industry and related federal and state regulations relative to food industry
   * Demonstrated ability to function effectively with all levels of management both internal and external
   * Demonstrated ability to assure compliance with governmental requirements and regulations, both individually and as a team leader
   * Proven ability to present a positive image for your employer, maintain professional demeanor, provide excellent customer service and use good judgement in making decisions
   * Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information from intentional or unintentional disclosure
   * Ability to organize and coordinate multiple tasks and to work under time pressure to meet deadlines
   * Effective communication skills, both oral and in written form. Bilingual, English/Spanish strongly preferred
   * Ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent change and short timelines
   * Ability to work independently at times with limited direction and exercise good judgement
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5. Post your job

   To find the right assistant technical director for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with assistant technical directors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit assistant technical directors who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your assistant technical director job on Zippia to find and recruit assistant technical director candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with assistant technical director candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant technical director

   Once you've found the assistant technical director candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new assistant technical director. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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