Assistant Head of Electrics — Theatre Lighting Lead

Theatre Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Citadel Theatre in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking an organized team player for the role of Assistant Head of Electrics. This seasonal position reports to the Head of Electrics, DP and TD, ensuring high-quality lighting and electrical work across productions and rentals.

You will oversee safety, maintenance, and the coordination of electrics across multiple spaces, and support drafting, room schedules, and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a professional theatre environment.
• Post-secondary theatre training; working knowledge of stage lighting and equipment.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Vectorworks; CAD is an asset; strong leadership required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead electrics crews in shows and rentals.
• Program and operate lighting controls; run shows as assigned.
• Maintain equipment inventories and safe electrical practices.
• Prepare budgets, schedules, and cost estimates with DP and TD.
• Ensure compliance with safety, IATSE, and company policies.
• Collaborate with other departments on cross-over projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Theatre training program

Tools

Excel

Word

Vectorworks

CAD

Job description

The Citadel Theatre in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking an organized team player for the role of Assistant Head of Electrics. This seasonal position reports to the Head of Electrics, DP and TD, ensuring high-quality lighting and electrical work across productions and rentals.

You will oversee safety, maintenance, and the coordination of electrics across multiple spaces, and support drafting, room schedules, and cross-department collaboration.