Job (Calgary): Digital Content Assistant/Theatre Technician

Theatre Alberta; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virgin Trial – Alberta Theatre Projects in Calgary invites applications for a temporary full-time Digital Content Assistant/Theatre Technician. You will develop online programming, marketing materials, and social media content, while helping prepare theatre gear for touring.

Remote work is possible for digital tasks, with some in-person tour prep under the Operations Manager. This eight-week contract begins ASAP; you should bring design skills, knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and

Qualifications

• Experience with graphic design – fine arts or design student preferred.
• Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite programs including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Premiere.
• Knowledge of social media networks (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
• Backstage experience working with theatre companies an asset.

Responsibilities

• Graphic Design to support online program development; creating images and example videos.
• Finding and organizing content for digital theatre residencies
• Coordinating and creating digital content for dissemination through social media channels and websites.
• Assist with preparation for in-person touring season: costume cleaning & maintenance, prop maintenance, inventory, gear repair, computer maintenance & setup, video equipment maintenance
• Other office duties as required

Skills

Graphic design

Social media

Backstage experience

Creative thinking

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Premiere

Job description

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The Virgin Trial – Alberta Theatre Projects The Virgin Trial Alberta Theatre Projects

Directed by: Glynis Leyshon
Written by: Kate Hennig
Actors Pictured: Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein
Set Design: Scott Reid.
Lighting Design: David Fraser
Costume Design: Heather Moore
Photo: Benjamin Laird

Job (Calgary): Digital Content Assistant/Theatre Technician

The Digital Content Assistant/Theatre Technician will play a key role in the success of our company and our fall programs. This temporary full-time position is responsible for a variety of tasks related to the organization and development of our new online programming, marketing materials, and social media networks. They will also assist in preparing our theatre gear for our touring season. They will work under the direction of our Operations Manager.

Specific Accountabilities

• Graphic Design to support our online program development; creating images and example videos.
• Finding and organizing content for digital theatre residencies
• Coordinating and creating digital content for dissemination through our social media channels and websites during the 2021-22 Season.
• Assist with preparation for our in person theatrical touring season: costume cleaning & maintenance, prop maintenance, inventory, gear repair, computer maintenance & setup, video equipment maintenance
• Other office duties as required

Qualifications

• Experience with graphic design – fine arts or design student preferred
• Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite programs including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Premiere.
• Knowledge of social media networks (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)
• Backstage experience working with theatre companies an asset

This is a temporary full-time position made possible by Canada Summer Jobs, beginning ASAP for an 8 week contract. $15-18 per hour wage (depending on experience).

All digital work can be done remotely, however the tour preparation would need to be done in-person. The company office is in NW Calgary; North of the Tuscany area (not accessible by transit).