Kim Schwartz

Kim Schwartz is a Professor and Director of the School of Theatre & Dance at San Francisco State University. She holds dual roles as a technical direction instructor and administrator. Previously, she taught at Purchase College, SUNY, and worked in technical roles at the Metropolitan Opera, including liaison duties with major ballet and opera companies. Certified as an ETCP Rigger, her expertise focuses on theatre safety protocols and theatrical rigging systems.

Professional experience includes freelance technical consulting, CAD drafting, and technical directing across Los Angeles, New York City, and the SF Bay Area. Office hours are held in CA 103 or via Zoom, with scheduling available via Calendly for 15-minute meetings.

Her technical career bridges academic instruction, professional performance venues, and freelance project work. No scientific awards are mentioned in the text.