Digital Workshop Technician

cirquedusoleil; Montreal (administrative region); Remote; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Creative workshop environment

Exposure to unique costume creation

Growth in digital fabrication

Job summary

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group in Montreal is seeking a Digital Workshop Technician for the Costume Workshop. You will anchor digital fabrication into costume creation, operating laser cutters and 3D printers alongside a multidisciplinary team.

You will transform digital data into one-of-a-kind pieces for world-stage productions, document workflows, and collaborate to improve fabrication methods while embracing innovation.

Qualifications

• Training or hands-on experience in digital fabrication or related field.
• Practical experience with digital fabrication equipment (laser cutter, 3D printer).
• Comfort working from pre-prepared or pre-modeled digital files.
• Disciplined approach to documenting research processes and results.
• Fluency in both French and English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Operate laser cutting equipment from production files.
• Execute 3D printing runs and manage the full fabrication workflow.
• Maintain digital file documentation and project archives.
• Assess material, equipment, and timeline needs for each project.
• Collaborate with the Costume Workshop to improve fabrication methods.
• Share discoveries and build the team's collective knowledge.

Skills

Digital fabrication

Laser cutting

3D printing

Documentation

Bilingual EN/FR

Tools

Laser cutter

3D printer

Job description

Digital Workshop Technician

Costumes & Props

About Us

We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.

Today, we are a world leader in live entertainment, captivating audiences in over 60 countries. We are a creative force united by a shared belief in the power of human imagination.

Our Mission

Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation through unforgettable live experiences. Our productions inspire millions of spectators around the world, and our teams bring that magic to life every day.

Today, we are looking for people who are passionate about creating exceptional experiences, solving complex challenges, collaborating across diverse teams, and continuously elevating their expertise.

Join the Cirque adventure and be part of a company where imagination, performance, and innovation come together to create the extraordinary.

The Opportunity

At Cirque du Soleil, the Costume Workshop is where artistry meets engineering and this newly created role sits at the heart of that convergence. As our Digital Workshop Technician, you will be one of the first people to anchor digital fabrication as a core part of our costume creation process, operating alongside a multidisciplinary team of costume craftspeople.

Laser cutters, 3D printers, production files: you transform digital data into one‑of‑a‑kind pieces that come alive on stages around the world. Your curiosity for emerging materials, processes, and technologies will directly shape what becomes possible in our productions and how our entire team creates.

What You'll Do

• Operate laser cutting equipment across a range of materials, working from ready‑to‑run production files
• Execute 3D printing runs and manage the full fabrication workflow from setup to delivery
• Maintain rigorous digital file documentation and project archives
• Assess material, equipment, and timeline needs for each project
• Collaborate with the Costume Workshop team to continuously improve fabrication methods and optimize equipment use
• Share discoveries and actively build the team's collective knowledge

What You Bring

Must-Haves

• Training or hands‑on experience in digital fabrication, industrial design, prototyping, craft arts, or a related field
• Practical experience with digital fabrication equipment (laser cutter, 3D printer)
• Comfort working from pre‑prepared or pre‑modelled digital files
• A disciplined approach to documenting research processes and results
• Fluency in both French and English (spoken and written)

Bonus Points For

• Curiosity about emerging technologies and their potential in costume and accessories design
• Interest in exploring fabrication solutions beyond traditional methods
• Experience in live entertainment, stage fashion, or performing arts contexts

What We Offer

• The opportunity to contribute your skills to one of the world's most iconic live entertainment brands
• A creative and collaborative workshop environment where craft and technology meet
• Exposure to unique costume creation processes and world‑class artistic productions
• Opportunities to grow your expertise in digital fabrication within an innovative, purpose‑driven team

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, we are committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin colour, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings. Accommodations are available for those with disabilities upon request throughout the recruitment process.