Jobs (Calgary): Head of Stage – Vertigo Theatre

Theatre Alberta; Calgary; Presencial; CAD 44.000 - 49.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Extended health and dental

Fitness centre access

Bike lock‑up

4% vacation paid out

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Vertigo Theatre in Calgary seeks a Head of Stage for the 2023-2024 season. You will lead onstage scenery, rigging, carpentry, and maintenance, reporting to the Technical Director and Production/Facility Manager.

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment with designers, technicians, and management to realize the production vision. The role requires hands-on coordination, strong carpentry and rigging skills, and the ability to manage a crew.

Formación

• Degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent
• Comfortable working at heights (ladders, catwalks)
• Proficient with power tools
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (asset)
• COVID-19 vaccination as required by policy

Responsabilidades

• Deliver materials to carpenter and manage set transport
• Load in the set and run installation
• Work on productions during tech week
• Complete show notes during run of productions
• Book and supervise casual crews
• Assist with build of special effects and electrical devices
• Assist with lighting, sound, and projection tasks
• Ensure health and safety compliance
• Maintain the Vertigo shop and order materials
• Assist with general theatre maintenance

Conocimientos

Scenic Carpentry

Production departments

Stage tech skills

Crew leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Vectorworks drafting

Q-Lab experience

Isadora / ETC lighting

Educación

Degree in Technical Theatre

Herramientas

Vectorworks

Q-Lab

Isadora

ETC lighting consoles

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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

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

Jobs (Calgary): Head of Stage – Vertigo Theatre

Jobs (Calgary): Head of Stage – Vertigo Theatre

Head of Stage – 42 Week Full Time Contract

About Vertigo Theatre
Vertigo Theatre is a premiere cultural institution in Calgary and has entertained audiences for over 45 years with high-quality programming. It is the only theatre in North America programming a season based entirely in the intrigue and mystery genre. Located at the base of the Calgary Tower, the Vertigo complex is home to our administration, ticket offices, and two performance venues. Vertigo aims to thrill, entertain, and challenge by creating theatre that ignites the curiosity of our community. We are dedicated to the revitalization of the mystery theatre genre and to inspiring and mentoring the next generation of arts leaders.

About the Position
Vertigo Theatre is seeking an individual for the position of Head of Stage for the 2023-2024 season. Reporting to the Technical Director and the Production and Facility Manager, the Head of Stage will be primarily responsible for onstage scenery, rigging, carpentry, and maintenance.
The successful candidate will be a highly-motivated individual who enjoys being involved in all aspects of productions, while taking ownership over the on‑stage aspects.
The ideal candidate has a passion for theatre and is a team member who works with designers, technicians, and management to realize the vision for the production.

Responsibilities

• Delivering materials to the carpenter and picking up the set, as required.
• Loading in the set and running the set install.
• Working on productions during tech week.
• Completing show notes during the run of productions, as required.
• Booking and supervising casual crews as required.
• Assisting the Technical Director and Head of Props with the build of any special effects and electrical devices including but not limited to blood, gunshots, appearing/disappearing, rigging, atmospheric effects, flame, and pyrotechnics.
• Assisting the Playhouse Technician with show duties such as preshow checks and sweeping and mopping the stage.
• Running show tracks as required.
• Additional duties may include assisting with lighting, sound, and projection.
• Ensuring the safety of the workplace by helping to establish and enforce all health, security, and safety policies and procedures.
• Keeping the Vertigo shop in good order, including maintenance of the tools and keeping the space clean and tidy.
• Ordering materials for the shop and sets as required.
• Assisting with maintenance in the theatre.
• Assisting with other maintenance tasks in the Vertigo Theatre facility as required.

Skills and Requirements

• Scenic Carpentry skills
• Knowledge of all departments of theatre production
• Technical skills in stage carpentry, rigging, lighting, sound, projections, and special effects
• Experience leading and supervising a crew
• Experience working with Designers and Directors
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written
• Troubleshooting, creative problem solving, and research
• A high quality of workmanship, achieving the attention to detail that the Theatre requires
• Self‑motivated and able to work effectively independently, and also take direction well
• Ability to draft in Vectorworks is an asset
• Ability to program and use Q‑Lab, Isadora, and ETC lighting consoles is an asset

Qualifications

• Degree in Technical Theatre OR equivalent combination of training and experience
• Comfortable working at heights and capable of climbing ladders and working in catwalks
• Familiar with & comfortable using power tools
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and Clean Driver’s Abstract an asset
• Certifications are an asset, including:
  – Standard First Aid
  – Possession and Acquisition License (PAL)
  – Pyrotechnics License
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (except in cases of a medical exemption)

Vertigo Theatre encourages a team‑oriented environment. All personnel are required to participate in a wide range of activities or take on additional responsibilities from time to time that may be outside of the Core Responsibilities & Duties for each position.
Hours

Average of 40 hours per week with an averaging arrangement. Typical hours of work will be Tuesday to Sunday, with the hours adjusted to accommodate for show schedules as required.

Dates

August 28, 2023 – June 21, 2024.

Compensation and Benefits

• $960 – $1080 per week based on experience, paid semi-monthly.
• 4% vacation paid out on each cheque.
• Extended Health and Dental plan after 3 months with cost shared 50/50 between employee and employer.
• Access to building amenities, including Fitness Centre, Tenant Lounge, and secure bike lock‑up.

Please note parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility and no designated parking is available onsite.

Deadline to submit

Please apply by August 11, 2023. Interviews will begin as applications are received.

At Vertigo Theatre we are committed to a respectful work environment and a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including visible minorities and people with disabilities.