Jobs (Calgary): Assistant Technical Director – Theatre Calgary

Theatre Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading theatre company in Calgary is seeking an Assistant Technical Director to support the production team. Responsibilities include managing technical operations, assisting in CAD productions, and communicating with crew. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in theatre, strong CAD skills, and a collaborative mindset. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Hybrid work-from-home policy

Relocation assistance

Monthly cellphone stipend

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience on a professional theatre stage.
• Familiarity with union contracts, particularly IATSE.
• Class 5 driver’s licence with clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Support the Production Department in managing technical operations.
• Participate in procuring supplies for productions.
• Assist in producing CAD plans and scheduling.

Skills

Collaboration in theatre production

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

CAD drafting (Vectorworks)

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

Post-secondary education in technical theatre

Tools

CAD software (Vectorworks)

Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Assistant Technical Director – Theatre Calgary

Theatre Calgary is seeking an exceptional individual to fulfil the role of Assistant Technical Director. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Production team to help manage the technical requirements needed to mount shows throughout the season in the Max Bell Theatre and other venues.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Production Department as a whole, particularly the Technical Director and Production Manager, in the efficient management and operation of the department.
• Costing, sourcing, and procuring supplies and materials for the various production departments throughout the season.
• Assist the Technical Director in producing CAD plans and construction drawings, rigging plans, production schedules, and other production paperwork as assigned.
• Assist the Technical Director in the scheduling and supervising of house and casual crew for the timely and successful advancement of productions.
• Assume the lead technical responsibility for assigned productions, such as those produced in outside venues.
• Manage and maintain various equipment and inventories not overseen by a specific department.
• Assist with research and development of unique production challenges, such as complex stage effects and automation.
• Perform various other production tasks as assigned by the Production Manager and Technical Director.

Experience and Qualifications

• A collaborative, creative, and strategic thinker with experienced knowledge of theatre production and technical equipment.
• Self‑directed, able to identify and undertake a task with limited direction or information.
• Strong communication, organizational and project‑management skills; ability to switch focus and juggle competing priorities and requests.
• Positive attitude and comfortable working in dynamic and collaborative environments.
• Strong proficiency in drafting with CAD (particularly Vectorworks).
• 3+ years of work experience on a professional theatre stage.
• Familiarity working under a union contract or with unionised crew; particularly IATSE.
• Strong knowledge of office software (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Class 5 driver’s licence with clean abstract, ability to drive a pickup truck/rental 3‑5 ton and comfortable securing irregular loads.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, such as in and out of a pickup truck.

Qualifications that would be an asset

• Post‑secondary education in a technical theatre program (or equivalent).
• Prior experience in a TD or ATD role.
• Knowledge of theatrical rigging, fly‑house operation, stage automation, lighting, sound, video, scenic/props construction, scenic paint, and/or special effects.
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.).
• Familiarity with project‑management tools (such as Asana).
• Familiarity with cloud‑based office systems (such as Microsoft SharePoint or Google Workspace).

Working Conditions

• This is a full‑time permanent salaried position requiring weekend and evening work, and weeks in excess of 40 hours at various times throughout the season.
• Conditions may include working alone, at heights, lifting in excess of 50 lb, frequent stair use, driving company vehicles (owned and rented), and working in low‑light environments. Occasional travel outside the city may be required.

Salary, Benefits, and Additional Information

Salary Range: $52,000 – $56,000 per year based on experience, paid semi‑monthly.

Benefits

• After an initial 3‑month probationary period employees will be eligible to join Theatre Calgary’s group RRSP plan with employer matching and a comprehensive healthcare benefits program.
• Unlimited PTO at the start of employment, a hybrid work‑from‑home policy, dog‑friendly office, monthly cell‑phone stipend, and complimentary tickets to all productions.
• Relocation assistance will be provided for candidates who do not currently reside in Calgary, AB.
• Parking is not provided for Theatre Calgary employees; a secure bike cage is available in the building parkade, and multiple forms of public transit are easily accessible nearby.

About Theatre Calgary

Theatre Calgary’s vision is to stand among the best theatres globally as a leader in innovative, impactful, and diverse programming. Our mission is to stimulate, provoke, and delight through ambitious programming created to ignite local, national, and international engagement in a sustainable manner.

Equality and Inclusion

Theatre Calgary believes in a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community and we believe in equity and inclusion and strongly encourage submissions from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, and physical ability.

Reconciliation Statement

In the spirit of reconciliation, Theatre Calgary acknowledges that we live, work and create on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Districts 5 & 6), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.

Application Process

Interested candidates are asked to send their cover letters and resumes, with “Assistant Technical Director” in the subject line, to Emma Brager, Production Manager ([e-mail]).

Suggested Start Date

Monday, August 19th, 2024. A suitable start date will be discussed with the successful candidate, and flexibility to provide required notice and/or relocation will be accommodated.

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