Job (Edmonton): Production Assistant (Roster Positions) – Edmonton Opera

Theatre Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Job summary

Edmonton Opera is seeking Production Assistants for roster positions to support mainstage productions and various department needs. The role is seasonal, hourly, and as-needed, with a flexible schedule including day, evening, and some weekend work. Offsite work for productions and events is common.

Hourly wage ranges from $15 to $20 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay. Reports to Head of Wardrobe, Props/Paint, and Scenic Carpentry, and may involve multiple assistants depending on scheduling.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in a technical theatre program required.
• Class 5 driver's license; vehicle recommended; reimbursement for kilometers.
• Deadline-oriented with flexibility to adjust timelines as needed.
• Knowledge and adherence of safe working practices.
• Motivated — able to complete tasks without hesitation.
• Positive, upbeat, professional, calm under stress.
• Physical fitness to climb, lift up to 30 pounds, stand long periods.
• Ability to set-up/operate a small audio system for community events.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mainstage productions.
• Assist in sourcing and acquiring materials for set/costume builds.
• Facility maintenance and organizing supplies.
• Assist in set-up and operation of special events and outreach activities.
• General shipping and receiving duties.
• Support department heads with facility organization.
• Assist in rehearsals as required.
• Run errands and carry out general warehouse duties.

Skills

Deadline-oriented

Positive attitude

Calm under stress

Professional demeanor

Physical fitness

Education

Diploma or Degree in a technical theatre program

Tools

Driver’s license (Class 5)

Job description

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Photo Credits

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 (Edmonton): Production Assistant (Roster Positions) – Edmonton Opera

EO seeks a team-focused candidates looking for experience in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
EO is looking to fill Production Assistant roster positions for the upcoming season.

Employment:

• This is a seasonal, hourly, as-needed position(s) with no guarantee of minimum hours.
• Various dates and times, with most hours occurring during the day with some required evening and weekend work and with the possibility of a flexible daily work schedule. Time exceeding 8 hours per day and 44 hours per week will be paid at the overtime rate.
• This position has the flexibility to accommodate candidate’s outside projects.
• Hourly wage range of $15-$20/hour (based upon experience) + 4% Vacation Pay.
• Reports to and is supervised by Head of Wardrobe, Head of Props/Paint and the Head of Scenic Carpentry and works collaboratively with all other departments.
• This position is based out of EO’s Opera Centre, but works extensively offsite for productions, events and sourcing of materials.
• EO may contract multiple production assistants depending on the scheduling needs and skill sets of the applicants.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in a technical theatre program from a post-secondary institution.
• Class 5 driver’s license. It is strongly suggested this person have a vehicle. EO will reimburse for kilometers as per the Employee Vehicle Usage policy. Applicants must be over 21 to drive rental vehicles.
• Deadline-oriented with flexibility to adjust timelines as needed.
• Knowledge and adherence of safe working practices.
• Motivated — able to see a task that requires attention and completes such tasks without hesitation.
• Ability to remain positive, upbeat, professional and with a calm demeanor under stress.
• Physical fitness: ability to climb, work on ladders and vertical lifts, lift up to 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to set-up / operate a small audio system for community events.

Duties and typical tasks

• Assist with mainstage productions
• Assist in the sourcing & acquisition of materials required for set/ costume builds
• Facility maintenance
• Organizing and ordering supplies
• Assist in the set-up and operation of special events and audience outreach activities
• General shipping and receiving duties
• Assist department heads in facility organization
• Assist in rehearsals as required
• Errand runs
• Other duties as required
• General Warehouse duties

Applications must include references. Applications that do not include references will be considered incomplete.
References may be contacted prior to interviewing candidates.

Edmonton Opera is an equal opportunity employer.