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Assistant Technical Directorexpired

Canadian Stage

Canada Canada, Ontario, Toronto
Posted on: July 07, 2024

Description:

Job Description / Duties

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Assistant Technical Director (ATD) is a member of the Production Department and reports to the Technical Director. The ATD assists the Technical Director and other members of the production department with the daily operation of the Department and the productions, presentations, and related activities of Canadian Stage (CS). The ATD assists in planning, management and supervision of technical requirements for productions and related activities as required.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Other members of the Production Department
• Other Canadian Stage departments
• The creative and production teams of productions and presentations
• External organizations such as renters, suppliers, etc.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• functions as onsite and/or primarily technical coordinator for assigned projects, under the direction of the TD;
• Assist the Technical Director throughout the production process. This includes but is not limited to research, planning, and implementation of lighting, audio, and video requirements.
• Produce and maintain AutoCAD drawings for production builds;
• Liaise and work with the Rental and Partner Companies to fulfill their technical needs.
• Along with the Technical Director, supervise the timely load in/out and successful technical periods of productions at Canadian Stage’s venues.
• Assist in generating and distributing the technical schedules for all production spaces.
• Assist in establishing the labour requirements for lighting, sound, video and scenic elements for productions as assigned;
• Act as a Supervisor for the IATSE Local 58 House crew and casual technicians as required;
• Involvement in research, planning, and implementation of production capital projects.
• Provide technical support and co-ordination for Canadian Stage events and activities.
• Provide technical support and co-ordination for Canadian Stage online programming.
• Coordinate the successful recording storage of archival videos.
• Maintain Production based inventories and asset tracking.
• Create, modify and/or interpret various technical drawings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Technical Director.
• Evening and weekend work is required for this position.

Qualifications / Required Skills
• Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in technical theatre
• Some experience as a TD or ATD would be a strong asset
• Solid proficiency with AutoCAD
• Available to work evenings and weekends;
• Experience in the setting and upholding of safety standards in all parts of the venue – from stages, backstage, audience and FOH
• An ability to work unsupervised while maintaining goals and an attention to detail;
• Experience working in a team-based collaborative environment with a positive attitude to deliver high-quality presentations. Ability to work with diplomacy and tact with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Valid Class G Ontario Driver's License
• The ability to drive a large cargo van and a 5-ton transport truck (automatic transmission) is an asset;

Additional Information
STATEMENT OF INTENTION

Canadian Stage is committed to building an anti-racist, equitable and inclusive cultural institution. We work to reflect the stories, ideas, concerns, and priorities of the communities we have been entrusted to serve authentically and meaningfully.

To address the under-representation of racialized and Indigenous administrators at our organization, and to affirm the importance of diverse lived experiences and perspectives, we encourage and welcome applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

Salary: $50,000 - $57,000

Contact Information
APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications should include:

• A cover letter stating the candidate’s interest in the position and relevant experience. The letter should be no longer than two pages.
• A Resume

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one PDF and use the email subject header, “Assistant Technical Director”. Applications can be submitted to Daniel Bennett at [email protected].

Please submit your application no later than July 19, 2024.

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Application Deadline: July 19, 2024
Job Duration: Open ended
Job/Audition Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technical/Show Support
Payment status: Paid
Job Location: Canada,
Ontario,
Toronto
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