Alec Breck

Assistant Technical Director

About Alec

Alexander Breck is an eager and driven theatre artist with a focus on Acting and specifically Technical Theatre, having gained over ten years of experience from both academic and professional settings in his short career. He graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting and a minor in Business Administration; however, he has since pivoted fully to Technical Theater, leveraging his acting experiences to enhance his skills on the technical side of the industry.

Before joining the team at Columbia, Alexander worked all over the country as a Carpenter, Run Crew member, Set Designer, Audio and Light board operator, Assistant Technical Director and Technical Director in; Maryland (Towson University) Wisconsin (Eau Claire), New Jersey (Surflight), Utah (Utah Shakes) and Philadelphia (Philadelphia Scenic Works). Alexander is passionate about giving a voice to the lived experiences of others who may not have that voice in an everyday setting, especially when it comes to the next generation of artists. He is looking to bring that energy and mentality to Columbia and its students.

The Job

As the Assistant Technical Director (ATD), Alec supports the Technical Director in planning, constructing, and executing scenic designs for the third- and fourth-year Directing, Acting, and Playwriting thesis productions at Columbia University. Working closely with student designers and directors, Alec helps translate design concepts into buildable and safe scenic elements while maintaining the educational values of the program. This role provides mentorship and technical training for students while ensuring all scenic work is executed to professional standards within budget and schedule.