Job (Calgary): Production Assistant – Calgary Opera

Theatre Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Calgary Opera is seeking a Production Assistant for the 2014-2015 season. The role supports summer festival productions, Main Stage shows at the Jubilee, and Education/Outreach programs.

You will assist with rehearsals, events at Arrata Opera Centre, and rentals, acting as the primary site contact for lighting, video, and audio needs. The successful candidate should hold a Technical Theatre Diploma, have a valid Alberta Class 5 license, and be self-motivated with strong organizational skills,

Qualifications

• Technical Theatre Diploma from a recognized institution.
• Valid Alberta Driver Class 5 license is required; ability to drive a 5-ton box truck would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support for the Calgary Opera summer festival, Main Stage productions at the Jubilee, and Education and Outreach programming.
• Set up, support and strike Calgary Opera rehearsals and events at the Arrata Opera Centre.
• Act as primary site contact for renters of the Arrata Opera Centre with responsibility for lighting, video (projection) and audio requirements.
• Assist the Technical Director in maintenance, operation, loan and rental of Calgary Opera lighting, sound, video (projection), stage equipment and accessories.
• Administrative tasks.
• Simple maintenance and janitorial tasks within the Arrata Opera Centre and warehouse.

Skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Education

Technical Theatre Diploma

Job description

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. Photo Credits.

Job (Calgary): Production Assistant – Calgary Opera

CALGARY OPERA – PRODUCTION ASSISTANT JOB POSTING

Calgary Opera invites applications for the position of Production Assistant for the 2014-2015 season. Reporting to the Director of Production, and under the supervision of the Technical Director, the Production Assistant provides required support in various aspects of production, administration, maintenance, facility, education, outreach, and event activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support for the Calgary Opera summer festival, Main Stage productions at the Jubilee, and Education and Outreach programming
• Set up, support and strike Calgary Opera rehearsals and events at the Arrata Opera Centre
• Act as primary site contact for renters of the Arrata Opera Centre with specific responsibility for basic lighting, video (projection) and audio requirements
• Assist the Technical Director in the maintenance, operation, loan and rental of all Calgary Opera lighting, sound, video (projection), stage equipment and accessories
• Administrative tasks
• Simple maintenance and janitorial tasks within the Arrata Opera Centre and warehouse

Applicants will have a Technical Theatre Diploma from a recognized Technical College or University, and experience working in a technical capacity in the theatre community.

Must have a valid Alberta Driver Class 5 License and the ability to drive a 5 ton Box truck (no air Brakes) would be an asset. The successful applicant must be self motivated with strong organizational skills and be able to work unsupervised.

This is a salaried position available immediately. Hours will be on a rotating weekly schedule and will be flexible with some evenings, weekends and holidays.

Deadline for applications is May 31, 2014

Start Date for this application is June 16th, 2014 – start date is negotiable

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