Job (Edmonton): Assistant Head of Audio – Citadel Theatre

Theatre Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent theatre company in Edmonton seeks an Assistant Head of Audio to assist in the operation of the audio department for various productions. The ideal candidate should have a post-secondary education and a minimum of two years of experience as a Sound Operator. Responsibilities include sound design, operating audio consoles, and coordinating sound for events. This full-time seasonal position runs from September to June, with full benefits after a probation period.

Benefits

Full benefits after probation

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience as a Sound Operator in a producing theatre.
• Special focus on Apple Systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sound requirements for productions and rentals at the Citadel Theatre.
• Assemble, construct, and edit music and sound effects.
• Perform sound design and special effect design functions when required.
• Program and operate sound consoles and playback devices.
• Operate shows as required.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail oriented

Excellent computer skills

Experience with programming digital consoles

Experience with Hard Disk playback systems

Education

Post‑secondary education in a related field

Job description

Job (Edmonton): Assistant Head of Audio – Citadel Theatre

The Citadel Theatre, one of Canada’s largest and busiest professional theatre companies and facilities, has an immediate opening for a seasonal Assistant Head of Audio.

Assistant Head of Audio

The Assistant Head of Audio assists the Head of Audio in the safe and effective operation of the audio department and the organization, installation, operation and maintenance of all audio equipment related to Citadel productions and presentations as well as tours, rentals and other events in the Citadel complex.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination of sound requirements for productions and rentals mounted at the Citadel Theatre.
• Assemble, construct, and edit music, sound effects, and soundscapes for playback.
• Perform sound design and special effect design functions when required.
• Program and/or operate sound consoles, automated audio control systems and playback devices.
• Operate shows as required.
• Support other activities as required.

Qualifications

• Highly organized, detail oriented individual who displays a positive attitude.
• Post‑secondary education in a related field and a minimum of two years experience as a Sound Operator in a producing theatre.
• Excellent computer skills with a special focus on Apple Systems.
• Experience with programming and operating digital consoles.
• Experience with Hard Disk playback systems (e.g., SFX, LCS, Cricket).

This is a seasonal full‑time position which usually runs from September to June.

This position works under a collective agreement between the I.A.T.S.E Local #210 and the Citadel Theatre.

The Citadel Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. Full benefits are available after the successful completion of a three‑month probationary period. Only those persons chosen for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.