Theatre Technician Salary in the United States

Theatre Technician Salary

How much does a Theatre Technician make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Theatre Technician in the United States is $52,691. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $47,735 to $58,572, with most professionals earning between $43,223 and $63,926.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $43,223 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $47,735 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $52,691 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $58,572 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $63,926 US April 01, 2025
25% $47,735 10% $43,223 90% $63,926 75% $58,572 $52,691 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Theatre Technician ?

A theatrical technician, (variably known as a tech, techie, technician, theatre tech or theatre technician) is a person who operates technical equipment and systems in the performing arts and entertainment industry. In contrast to performers, this broad category contains all "unseen" theatrical personnel who practice stagecraft and are responsible for the logistic and production-related aspects of a performance including designers, operators, and supervisors. Many professional designers and technicians consider the diminutive "techie" to be offensive....

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    Theatre Technician

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Audio Visual Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
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